Kevin B (RPS Coach)

Here you go:

No registration required. 

A few of us will be paddling in Portland this Thurs.  If interested, send me a PM for details.

5 going with room for 1 more.  RSVP deadline is April 1.

Can help on the 12th.

Going around Manhattan on April 30th.  If anyone is interested in joining, send me an email at rpskayakcoaching@mac.com.

It has been scheduled. 

It will be held at the Gould Barn in Topsfield from 1-5pm immediately following the New to Sea Kayaking Workshop (NTSKW) workshop.   Phil and Lorrie Allen, Bob Levine, and myself will be leading the workshop.  This will be a hands on session (so less presenting and more doing) working with folks on everything from basic compass use and chart reading, to trip planning, calculating vectors, etc.  The basic idea is to learn/review the material here and then practice on the water throughout the season.   We will have charts from a variety of areas to explore.  Attendees should plan on bringing a hiking compass and whatever other tools they may have / prefer to use.   Please feel free to post any questions you may have here. 

Short notice and I know most if not all will not be able to join, but we'll be on the water tomorrow morning in Salem Sound.  If anyone wants to join, let me know and I'll send directions. 

For all who have PM, I'll be sending out available dates shortly!

Ok, we have 3+ hardy souls.  Anyone else interested?

One observation from the most recent CAM session is that there may be interest in a nav session, covering the basics to more advanced topics.  Would there be interest in this?  I was planning to aim for April 2nd before the Haverhill pool session (so somewhere in that area).   We would cover the material on land and then folks could apply it on the water through out the season.

A couple of us are looking for folks who would like to participate in rescues and incident management practice, most likely in the Salem Sound area.  You must be willing to rescue and be rescued, which means you will get wet on these trips.  Obviously a dry suit is a must.  If you are interested, please send me a PM with contact information/ email and we will arrange the trip s offline.  We will be doing these now until the beginning of May.

10th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop
Optional Pool Session

Need advice on getting started? Looking for others to kayak with? Wondering which type of kayak is right for you?

Don't miss our annual New to Sea Kayaking Workshop! Learn what equipment you'll need. Learn about safety. Find out what a beginner's trip is like. Discover places that offer classes and specialized training. Discussions with new and experienced fellow kayakers. Plan future adventures!
 

Fee: All events are FREE & open to the public. 
Register: Kevin Beckwith ntskw@nspn.org
Questions: ntskw@nspn.org

Basic Overview: How to choose equipment: kayaks, paddles, clothing and additional equipment. Overview of skills, training and what to expect. Locating and experiencing initial on-water training. Open discussion and questions welcome. 

NTSKW FINAL.pdf

I can't make the session tomorrow so if someone is in need of a spot, please let me know.

4 hours ago, Paul Sylvester said:

It does look like a nice park and play.

    All very nice but if you go to Wales you have the support system and comradery of the BCU, easy access and good ale:) I have heard  the French have some funny laws about offshore padding or sailing. Anyone know of this?

Paul, 

I believe if under 2nm offshore, not much in the way of restrictions.  Beyond that, they require registered / numbered kayaks and no paddling by oneself.  From what I have read, they do enforce these rules.

A few openings today in the pool.  3-5pm in Salem.  Drop me a PM if interested.

Headed out tomorrow at noon if interested.  Pm for details

15 hours ago, jason said:

I have updated the menu bar to make the calendar more visible. 

Hi Jason, 

Perfect solution...thanks!

Hi Jason,

Thanks for doing all the work and follow up.  One thing, and it may be me, but is the calendar currently missing?  I can't seem to find it.

Still a few spots left for this Sat.! Can't beat the price, the company or the location!

Ah, I read your post title as the trip happening tomorrow, the 13th.

Gene,

I'll be up in that area paddling and will look for or maybe join the group. FYI, high tide at York is predicted for noon tomorrow.

The instructional spots are all filled for this Sat.'s pool session but still have 1 or 2 practice spots available.

There are only 2 spots left for this Sat. 12/5!

Planning on putting in on Cape Elizabeth, heading for South Portland, on Sunday, 11.8. BIB 1030. Please PM for details/RSVP.