David MC

Great trip report! I was this thinking of you folks that weekend. Glad to hear it went well. Loved our NTSK Camping in June. :-) See you on the water.

I'm on for Sunday night!

What a fabulous weekend! At last I had the opportunity to marry two of my joys -- backpacking and kayaking. Certainly a lot easier to carry your gear in a kayak! More importantly, I learned many of the "tricks of the trade" from two people willing to take the time and effort to share their passion and "lessons learned" with others. Thank you Warren and Pru!!! You have whetted my appetite for more. All of the false starts due to weather and parking logistics may have actually been a plus for learning. Each time there was a change I would pull out the charts at home and rethink the trip, tides, forecast, crossings, etc... I couldn't have asked for a better introduction to kayak camping. Encore! -David

Being on that luminescence! See you there.

Hope you don't mind one more? Just found out I'm free Sundy to join you. If not, I understand.

Super! I'm in.

Great reminder! Thanks for posting this, bazzert. Kayak Car Topping 101 - Part I Strapping A Kayak Onto Your Car by Tom Holtey http://www.topkayaker.net/articles/instruction/roofrack.htm AND maintenance.

Great time! Thanks for taking and posting photos!! Thanks all.

I'm in!

Great evening! Bugs ate me up in Brace Cove, so I might think twice about that stop. But, the phosphorescence was mesmerizing. We were surmising that it might be due to all the heavy rain we'd had. The moon was hidden by clouds often, but it was still surprisingly bright. It was good to re-acquaint with some of you, as well as meet some new friends. Thanks all! Cheers, -David

Sounds fun. See you there. -Dave

I'm bummed. Shoulder injury forces me to bow out. Have a great day! -David

It's a bit of a long haul for me this early in the season, but I'd be interested in future cleanups. I think I'll opt for the CAM workshop on Sunday instead. Have fun and thanks for giving kayakers a good name by giving back!

I'm planning to come.

Very cool Gary!! Something fun to do while relaxing between paddles this weekend! Thanks!

Thanks pikabike! Great book. And it was available from my local library! :-) Lots of different charts are pictured with "highlights" pointed out in captions. I'm having fun hiding the captions and examining the charts, then revealing "the answers". Cheers.

Thanks to the presenters for "passing it on". Your enthusiasm, patience, and discussion created a great learning environment. I especially enjoyed exploring the shared leadership model. I got a different sense of my team and my surroundings when I was asked to lead a short leg. Scott, Rob, Greg... kudos! Folks, if you've been reading about the CAMs, but have been sitting on the sidelines, I strongly encourage you to participate next time. You'll be challenged in a safe environment, meet some amazing NSPN members, and leave energized for the sport. A great day.

Thanks for the great info, both here and on the water Sunday. Great paddling with you. I love how the more I learn about paddling, the more I discover that I want to learn!

During the FANTASTIC on-the-water CAM session yesterday, I realized I need more knowledge on using a chart and compass together. I'm much better at reading a topo map to navigate on land. But, the ocean, with infinite possibilities, is a different puzzle. I need to bone up on this stuff. Did any good online resources come out of the April 10 workshop? I wish I hadn't missed this. Looks great! http://www.nspn.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=7793&st=0&p=44453&hl=+compass%20+chart&fromsearch=1entry44453 Any e-learning or practice websites are especially welcome. Thanks! -David

I'll be there! Looking forward to it. -David

Thanks for the captions.

Thanks for the photos and company! Wonderful night. It was a pleasure to paddle with you all. I can't believe how many folks were setting off fireworks. And the water was so still that you could see reflections. What a great view, when that moon came up, and we were paddling right towards it. Cool group.

Fantastic! See you tonight.

Sad to say, I'm going to have to back out. I was really looking forward to it! :-( My hands, especially the right hand, has been tingling since my paddle on Thursday. I've had this happen before, but it usually goes away the following day. Carpal Tunnel? I better take it easy for awhile. Have fun gang! -David McCaleb

Sounds great Rob! See you Sat. -David PS: I'll be at the Sox game Thursday night so I won't be at the lake session this week.