Katherine

Pretty & good music. Thanks for posting.

Aww. .. so gosh darn cute!

I was living on the Maine coast without a boat, at all, no boat. How silly is that?!

Then I moved a little further inland and began dating a guy who knew I wanted to kayak so he bought 2 rec boats w assorted gear.

Then I moved back to MA and found myself on Plum Island after "Guide Training" w ERBA

Then came the Paddlesport show where I met Theresa Willett and was introduced to Valley boats and she pushed me to Suz Hutchinson who introduced me to Kokotat (I think she may rue the day...) & I did not buy a Tsunami, instead I bought a plastic Avocet and I drove it directly from the shop to Lake Chebaco and was exposed to the usefulness of a Crangle. I've been with all y'all ever since.

PS: my favorite tools are a Hutchinson & a

Wait for it...

An Allen wench

Thanks for the tip, Phil, I meant no disrespect...

Congratulations all!!!

I think this is how Peter enters his boat when at the pool.

Jiminy!

Hi,

I'm just having fun... No seriousness meant..

Gene, I think we all are being light-hearted, I could be incorrect.

Happy season of giving thanks all,

& then there was my experience in the current. ..

Christopher, I work Saturdays as well. The party is in the evening - surely you will be able to attend.

Oh boy... now I even want to go more!

Barry,

Bingo! Thank you,

Jason, it's near Jonesport

I haven't figured out how to copy and pate in my tablet...

Jason, I need to check location.... I think it is pretty far up the coast, Rogue Bluffs is on the mainland. . I don't know why it is special but I have been drawn to it for a number of years.

Ireland,

Newfoundland,

Maine

Alaska

St Lawrence Gulf

British Colombia

Rogue Island (Maine)

I want one!

Kate,

Thank you for the beautiful trip report and stunning photos: Newfoundland is now on the list!

Congratulations to both!

It was wonderful! Thank you Warren and Dave for sharing your amazing adventures and tips!

I can't as I am working until 8:00 but feel free to come by & meet my new pup, Nina.

Robin, use the "full editor " mode.

Sign me up for next year - it was a great trip and lovely trip report, Peter!

May bring a well-behaved puppy? She looks like a bear cub and is hypo-allergenic

Lovely report, Pru, as always! Did you find the ice cream shop? There is a great one on the Neck.

Thanks Gene!

Leon & Ed: PS: In thinking about it I was not on my side when rescued, I definitely remember the whoosh of being lifted to the surface and my knees were tucked to my chest...

This was my first unexpected capsize. Yes, Ed, I did always tumble out of my Avocet, very easily, especially with a nylon skirt. One of my learning challenges is how to stay calm and remember to do what I know how to do when faced with the unexpected. Unfortunately for me a way I calm myself is to deep-breathe, which wasn't an option :-)

Good morning gentlemen,

Leon,

Thanks for your sensitivity.

What's a roll? (sigh) I don't have one of those. I've been meaning to pick one up... Sir Christopher has generously offered to spend all of his Sundays helping me with that skill.

Yes, from what I can make out that is what happened with my skirt.

I think my paddle was pulled from my grasp by the current - I should have had a tighter grip.

And it was a hand of God although since I was on my side the coach stabilized me and I sat up holding onto the combing until we got to flat water which happened very quickly.

Thanks for the birthday wishes!

Ed,

Yes, that is how I practice exiting. I'll be doing a lot more practicing! I believe I was pushed to the back deck by the current and lacked the were with all to pull myself forward although that had been d

iscussed during the beach briefing.