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Is Odiorne not accessible because of the parking lot not being plowed? We were there a couple of weeks ago and parked on the road. I think there some space on the put in also. Ross

QUOTE(B @ Jan 8 2009, 02:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>Crescent Beach Washington that is Sat and Sun. Be there. Bob I'm sorry to say that your paddle has been canceled and relocated to the Eastern Seaboard. Odiorne Point on Sat @ 10:00 to be precise. The tides and conditions weren't optimal for us to head all the way to the west coast so we canceled our chartered jet. No sense flying out there just for a few small waves. Besides we were having a little difficulty with the roof rack (the pilot was clammering on about the drag). We'll be expecting to see you and Alex. And the after paddle Guinness is on me! See ya then! Ross

Looks like it might be cold so we will keep it local giving us the opportunity to call it at the put in, head back early or stay out and then warm after with a cool frothy pint of dark stout (or soda). 10:00 @ Odiorne point (by the bridge). Ross

So is there interest in sticking around here for a paddle? What are the preferences. Bob ur still interested in C.P.? Looks like a few of us are on the Face Book site (thanks Cathy) so we could actually I.M. each other to come up with a set plan. I'll check @ around 8 tonight Ross

I'm OK with staying round here. Maybe take advantage of the fact that we can park and launch at beaches that are usually off limits in the summer time. Plum Island etc. i would enjoy a paddle along the shore. Ross

Ok lets keep our eyes on the weather and see what the temps are like, we can plan and call it off if needed on Friday night. Perhaps we can plan something closer and do a shorter paddle. I'm open to ideas. I do want to check out Cape Porp. but I am hesitant to drive all the way up there for a shorter paddle or to have to call it off at the put in. Lets all be flexible and keep kicking around ideas. Ross BTW I am also thinking about heading out Sunday so we can plan for that day also.

Sure lets give it another try. Perhaps we can get Mr. Bush to join us. Either day works for me. How about the crew from last weekends non trip? Jon, Ed, Gerry, Cathy, Bill..you guys still interested? Anyone else? Ross

I'm free! Lets keep an eye on the weather and make a decision about where to go. If weather is questionable then perhaps stay close. If forecast is excellent then perhaps we can journey. I am still interested in Cape Porpoise but only if it is not too cold and windy. Merrimac is frozen. I wouldn't mind staying closer just to get out and get some exercise. Perhaps a paddle along the shoreline. Post if you have any ideas or interest. Ross

So how about this same paddle but next Sat or Sun. I would like to get out and explore that area. I'll wait to post though. Ross

Hey folks, unfortunately I won't be able to make the trip tomorrow. Here in NY visiting with family and need to stay a little longer. I will be around next weekend and I am hoping to get out on both days I will post for that. Hope the weather holds up. Ross

Hey Ed thanx for posting! I plan on attending. Ross

Sounds great! I would love to explore that area. Lets post that and see who we can round up for a trip. Ross

Hey folks, I am thinking about the 3rd. On vaca. and mostly away from the computer but as time draws closer I will check posts. Any thoughts on a on a destination? I'm open to suggestions. Maybe Maine? We'll keep eyes on conditions. Ross

A little while away but any interests in getting out those days? What works best for everyone. Of course all dependent upon the weather (especially the wind). Ross

The ice flows begin and the Merrimack become non-navigable (at least for now)

Any interest in a paddle on he Merrimack tomorrow? Not too long but just to get out. Pete and I may head up river from Amesbury (weather depending of course). Just a safe paddle along the banks. (probably around 11:00) Ross

Parking and also wind chill hovering near zero give call though. Ross (just of the phone with Gerry and the trip has been cancelled due to Arctic like sub zero winds)

I spoke with Peter, he and I will meet you there at 10:00. Ross

Anyone up for x-country skiing instead? I will continue to check the posts for the go ahead. I am still interested in heading out of course only we there are more than two of us. I'll ready my kayaking gear but I will also be bringing out my skis in case the sea conditions are not safe. I am concerned, of course, about the cold wind even in the protected areas. My number is 914-489-2673 if we want to do a phone chain tomorrow morning for any last minute decisions. Ross Ed thanks for the informative info. it is quite useful. Its looking pretty white out there.

Ed, well whatever "the disappearance of the singular second person pronoun" means, Peter and I are still planning on joining you'se guys on Saturday. The question that I prithie to thee, and thy blithe olde fere Sir Christopher of Gloucester, Hast thou also decided upon joining? Ross