rossjb1

Seas are too rough. Looks like I'll be changing someone else's diapers tomorrow.

Ross

I wish I hadn't!

I'm sorry but I believe that I misrepresented myself. What I meant to say was....I've heard that a wet suit can work sort of like a diaper on long crossings.

I think if i went with you in this cod water i would have to change my diapers.

I am looking forward to the surf sessions with Sal this summer though. Maybe I will get good enough to go with you next year.

No.. not my own diapers. Although on a long crossing, a wet suit can work sort of like a diaper.....Its a good thing my wife never reads this board. <

Don't know what conditions will be like yet but I am planning on heading out to Jennes Beach. Meet up @ 10:00. Got to be off the water early (2 :00) to change diapers.

Ross

Suz Kim and I just joined Middle Earth Farm in Amesbury, check out there website. http://www.farmfresh.org/food/farm.php?farm=1440

Also chek out these guys they are on 1A in N-Port they are nice folks just down the road from Tendercrop.

http://www.arrowheadfamilyfarm.com/

Ross

SAT

N WINDS 15 TO 20 KT...BECOMING NW 10 TO 15 KT IN THE

AFTERNOON. GUSTS UP TO 25 KT. SEAS 8 TO 11 FT...SUBSIDING TO 6 TO

9 FT IN THE AFTERNOON.

Theres gonna be some bump out there! Glad you guys are coming out to play, should be fun!

Hi Ross,

I'm going to try to make it tomorrow morning. How long are you going out for? I've never put-in at Ocean Street. Is the parking along the street? Will confirm with later post. Thanks.

Bob

Bob, there is a parking lot right on the beach. Days are getting longer so I am planning on being out there until around 4 or 5 but that will depend upon what the group wants. I'll check for your posts tonight.

Ross

Level 3 paddle, looking for rocks to play around in. Bring a helmet + appropriate cold water gear. Ocean st. off of 127 BIB 10:00.

Ross

I've got a little time on Sat 2/13. Have to be off the water to give me enough time to be home and ready to change diapers by 2:30. So lets say a 10:00-2:00 paddle looking for some surf.

Ross

yes i'll be home also, cozying up next to the woodstove....

ross

Hey Bob, I'm still looking to head out on Sunday at Seabrook for some surfing. Gotta be off water by 2.

Ross

I'm still looking to head out on Sunday at Seabrook.

Ross

Hey guys I think that I could do Saturday but I would absolutely have to be off the water and in my car by 2:00. Sunday is also possible with same time constraints.

Ross

Looking to see who is interested in attending a kayak yoga class in Newburyport on Sat. Feb 20. Class will taught by a kayaker who will incorporate core body movement, rotation, legs etc. into the session. Will be sometime after 10:00 depending upon what works best for everyone. Please post if interested or send me a personal message.

Thanks Ross

(no idea why this posted 2x )

Thats the spot! See ya soon!

Ross

OK sounds great! I have to be off the water by 2:00. I'll check in if there is any change of plans. Ross

A couple days away so don't quite know what the conditions will be but hoping to get out for some surfing in NH. Possibly Seabrook or anywhere along the coast. BIB @ 10:00, off the water by 2:00. I'll post specific local as time draws near.

Ross

Yes Ed, sounds good thanks for the input. A GP paddle would be great.

Ross

Here is a list of ideas for workshops. I am wondering if there are any NSPN'ers who would like to volunteer to teach. Any birders out there? Any one interested in sharing their knowledge of geology or natural/local history, etc.? If so post here or contact me via personal message

Thanks Ross

Kayak Workshops

- Weather Waves and tidal currents

- Boat Repair & Outfitting Emergency gear/boat repair-

repairing broken boats, paddles, etc..

- Yoga

- New to Kayaking

- Kayak Camping/cooking

- Greenland Paddle construction

- Navigation

- Kayak Birding

- Geology, Natural History

- Weather and Waves

- Rolling

- Greenland Paddling

instruction (in water) or (pool session)

- WFA class specific to kayaking or just some basic first aid

- Leadership skills

Rick, seems like it hasn't quite passed yet, it is going to committee. We still need to put the pressure on. Contact your Reps, nows the time. They have to vote on the revised bill in the next couple of days.

A-bit confusing all this politics. It is not yet a done deal. Keep an eye on the changes that they have made to the bill on MA website. If they are not to your liking then contact your state senator or rep. The house and senate will be voting on it soon. Wouldn't hurt to contact the Speakers office either.

Looks like the bill will be going to conference committee with recommended language amendments made by Rep Strauss. They will then revote on it. The bill with new language be posted on the MA website soon. We still need to put the pressure on. Continue contacting your reps.

Aaron, Yes we wait for your brother to make his way up here to New England! There are also paddling clubs and environmental organizations along the Hudson who I am sure would welcome your brother. I will try to contact them as he makes his way up the the river (or up the coast). Ross

Ross,

Stay home, too windy!

Suz

Yes its howling and white out there, I'll be staying home with the wife baby and doggie singing and playing guitar by the woodstove. Then out X country skiing...of course

Anyone want to join us for coffee or hot chocolate (or a beer)... Plum Island Coffee Roasters Amesbury this afternoon (after the storm settles down). Couple of us may be down there. (Games on widescreen)

IF...the weather isn't too bad... I am wanting to get out for a short paddle. Any one who wants to join is welcome. Contact me or post if interested and we will work out details.

Hot chocolate or coffee at Plum Island Coffee Roasters afterwards (my treat).

Ross

All you guys are mad! Check latest marine f/c: seas 12-17' and small craft <urged> to return to port...that's what I read, anyway!

I was maybe thinking about a paddle on the calmer protected waters of the Merrimack before it freezes up. It would be cool to be on the water with a little snow fall (that is if we don't get pounded). Could put in at Newburyport and head up river or explore the marshes. Afterwards a hot cup of coffee at Plum Island Coffee Roasters in town. Any interest?