PeterB Posted November 24, 2013 Share Posted November 24, 2013 Weather permitting, is anyone game for a Thanksgiving weekend paddle? If so, let's kill two birds with one stone and have a paddle with Thanksgiving leftovers as picnic lunch.I was thinking Saturday, Nov. 30th , either Tucks Point in Manchester out to one of those nearby islands, 10:30 launch, noon-ish lunch stop for leftovers at some carefully chosen spot, (hey, we could practise our cold weather bivvy skills and build a temporary kayak lean-to/windbreak) return no later than 3 PM.Post your interest here or to me by PM.Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inverseyourself Posted November 24, 2013 Share Posted November 24, 2013 Sounds great to me! Will join if wife finds babysitter for the kids.Tucks to islands sounds inviting. Rocks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbeale Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 Hey Pete,Tucks for me --Les Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin B (RPS Coach) Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 Hi Peter,Can't confirm yet but would prefer Tucks since driving a lot the day before and after. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudenceb Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 Would love to join you but alas will able to be there in spirit only. But hope for a nice trip report and photos!pru Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 I'll most likely join you.Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterB Posted November 27, 2013 Author Share Posted November 27, 2013 Respondents have all favored Tucks Point in Manchester, so I changed the original posting. It looks like this trip can happen, since five have posted interest. SO;meet at Tucks Point for a 10:30 launch. Paddle with a general destination of Misery Island and beyond , to some island in the area that's suitable for a lunch stop. Off the water no later than 3 PM.The idea is a mellow, digestion inducing paddle, with the value addd benefit of putting leftovers to good use. ; Andy, rockage is an option if group resources ( paddlers, helmets, suitable conditions, safety etc. ) are appropriate. It;s hard to imagine fair weather ever again , but marine forecasts are for diminishing seas, so we'll see how weather forerecast develops tomorrow and Friday. I'd cancel if theres a small craft advisory for the area, but we'll keep an eye on the forecast. Happy Thanksgiving! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David M Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Peter, I am definitely up for this.David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inverseyourself Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Doesn't "Small craft advisory" mean "We advise that you get your small craft out there ASAP"? Just askin' Happy Thanksgiving! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterB Posted November 27, 2013 Author Share Posted November 27, 2013 Doesn't "Small craft advisory" mean "We advise that you get your small craft out there ASAP"? Just askin' Basically, yes. or " we advise that small craft not go on the water in the first place"It's one notch down from "gale warning". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inverseyourself Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Peter, by "out there" I meant "into conditions", not "out of conditions". Feeble attempt at humor. ))) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inverseyourself Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 as in...kayaking is more fun in conditions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eburgess Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Peter, I would like to join you also. Sure beats shopping! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterB Posted November 29, 2013 Author Share Posted November 29, 2013 Marine forecast looks favorable tomorrow, but it will be cold!Seas and winds are diminishing, so this trip is a go!I'll be bringing my cold weather attire : balaclava and glacier gloves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David M Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Great news. Looking forward to it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug Posted November 30, 2013 Share Posted November 30, 2013 Can't make it. Sea you next week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbeale Posted November 30, 2013 Share Posted November 30, 2013 I am on the fence for this trip given how cold it will be--If I decide to go, will be there on time-Do not wait for me otherwiseLes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eburgess Posted November 30, 2013 Share Posted November 30, 2013 Les, I have gone over the fence, and I am backing out. I think that by about 1 pm it might be tolerable, but early in the day it will just be too cold for my comfort level. Hope you all have a good time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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