JanetL

I have not been there but is this the spot? https://goo.gl/maps/c1Yc5Xpz6PUkS3187

Sure. Send me a PM to arrange

Free 5mm booties. Men’s 9 (too big for me even with a drysuit). Good shape. Can bring to Ogunquit next weekend or midcoast rendezvous the following, or you can pickup in Woburn.

Would vote for 930

Looking forward to it! To clarify, 10am launch? (So meeting somewhat earlier?)

Hi Ken Keep an eye out for Ogunquit 10/19. Also weather permitting I’m eyeing 11/9... Janet

In if we do it 10/19. 10/20 probably a no go. Fingers crossed for good weather Saturday

Hi Jim! If you end up doing it Oct 19 I'd be game :)

Hi Melissa Still planning to be there Sat-Sun and would love to stay Saturday night. Thanks! janet

People: Sue H, John H, Kate H, Janet LRoute: Odiorne around eastern side of New Castle, North to Seavey Island, past Badgers, then reverse back to New Castle returning on the western side back to OdiorneDistance: (via string-on-chart estimate) 10.5 NMConditions: Sunny winds 5-10 W, seas 2-3 feet (prediction - much less for us) HT: 12:35pm 4 of us set out on this gorgeous day from Odiorne with the plan to circumnavigate New Castle Island in the counterclockwise direction, but also perhaps go around Seavey Island and to Pierces before heading back to Little Harbor. We had gentle swells and a bit of a push going north along the outside of New Castle. The bit was going around the point at Fort Constitution was interesting - the accelerating water there interacted with the frequent boat wakes for some bumpy confused water, but we got through uneventfully. Continuing north, we decided not to stop by the three cannons and the NO TRESPASSING signs for our break (sorry, Sue! ) and instead headed to Traip Academy boat launch on the Kittery side. Nice ramp, porta-potty, picnic tables, $5 launch fee. Also, the absolute highlight of the paddle (and the reason I'm writing a trip report) ... the swimming ponies. Yes, that's right... swimming ponies. A horseback riding class of small children taking their ponies swimming at the boat ramp. 1 pony was very enthusiastic and 2 were not so pleased but eventually cooperated. You could tell the ponies were not used to salt water in their mouths - lots of smacking lips and rolling eyes. Kate got a couple photos: It really was very impressive and I think the first equine paddling encounter for all of us. Eventually we saddled up and headed out to finish our Seavey island circumnavigation - but turns out, this is not a thing that the Navy Police will let you do. They were polite about it though. Instead we reversed course and had an uneventful paddle back down the quiet side of New Castle. Overall a great day - thanks to my fellow last minute planners for joining me! Janet

Sounds like a good day Can I hijack your trip report? I had the opportunity to explore Straitsmouth island recently on a paddle with my friend Hannah. You can go up to the top of the lighthouse for the views, and the keeper's house is beautifully renovated. There's a little museum space in the back with photobooks, exhibits, and info about the renovation. Definitely worth a stop if you are in the area. They are building an outhouse and a visitor's kiosk at the top of the ramp, but they aren't done yet.

Hi John and Joyce Sounds good. I'll plan to be there around 9:30am. Others welcome too of course.

That works for me! What time would be good for you?

I’ve found myself unexpectedly free this Saturday and the weather looks beautiful. Anyone else without plans / interested in a paddle?

I was planning to come, but my afternoon work schedule is unpredictable so I’m not a reliable second

Hi Dan. I tried but I get a "your recipient can't accept payments right now" message.

I have a MsFit and find it very comfortable!

Hi Dan! Is this still happening this year?

I’m working nearby this week... hope to actually make it to one of these!

Josko, is this ladies thing open to more? I'm interested...

Excellent. See you tomorrow Liz!

We have a quorum so paddle is a go for Saturday... forecast looks good and more company would be welcome. PM or post here if you plan to come.

Hmm, Romaine.... I wasn’t planning any portages this time. Perhaps we’ll just have you carry the boats up and down the beach a few times to substitute... ?

Long-range forecast looks amenable to a paddle next Saturday, and paddling plans make the work-week go by faster... Join us for a paddle from Lane's Cove to Rockport, ready to launch at 9am. There's a shop I'd like to visit briefly in Rockport, where ice cream and other treats can also be found for those inclined. If conditions look not favorable to go around to Rockport, alternative route could be to go the opposite direction up into the Annisquam and visit lobster cove etc. Please post here if you are coming, and PM me if questions, concerns, or coffee shop recommendations. I'll post again later in the week if the forecast changes substantially. NB: This will be a CAM paddle, not a led trip, as per NSPN website description