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Date |
Skill Level |
Description |
2/6 |
II |
LAKE DIABLO FROZEN WATERFALL TOUR. Paddle to Ross Dam through the canyon searching for frozen waterfalls. Wetsuit recommended. |
3/9 |
II |
FULL MOON in MARCH. Paddle around Lake Washington shoreline at night. Launch from Houghton Beach in Kirkland, at 6:45 pm. Bring all safety gear and lights for boat. |
3/10 |
II |
DUWAMISH RIVER. Paddle the industrial Duwamish River and help Puget Sound Keepers Alliance monitor the industries. We will be watching for violations of the Clean Water Act and discharge permits while paddling with big ships and big birds (great blue Herons). Contact: dchinlund@earthlink.net |
3/11 |
II |
SEAHURST to FAUNTERLOY. Launch at Seahurst County Park, have lunch on Beach at Lincoln Park and return. Contact: maamfree@get.net |
3/17 |
III |
MAURY ISLAND CIRCUMNAVIGATION. Follow the ebb out of Quartermaster Harbor, up East Passage, and back to the "portage". Possible wind and/or current at Pt. Robinson. 12 miles. |
3/24 |
IV |
NISQUALLY RIVER YELM POWER PLANT to LUHR BEACH. This trip is packed with variety. Start out on a swift gravel bar river, deep in a canyon and watch the scenery and river conditions gradually change to tidal marshes and open water. Length is 12 miles (optional take out at 8 miles). Car shuttle, river skills and wet suit or dry suit required. Date subject to change due to flow level. |
3/31 |
II |
DABOB BAY OYSTER FEST. Launch at Point Whitney Shellfish Lab. Gather oysters on a minus tide at Tabook Point or Red Bluff (depending on the wind). Roast em and/or eat em raw (tabasco optional). Shellfish permit required. Up to 8 miles. Contact: blairs@w-link.net |
3/31-4/8 |
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NORTHWEST OUTDOOR CENTER BOAT SALE. Annual Spring Sale at NWOC, 15% off new gear and boats (both in stock and ordered). Paddling information available. |
4/1 |
I |
MERCER SLOUGH. Celebrate daylight savings time birding on Mercer Slough. Expect green herons, and see cliff swallow nests on the I-90 overpass. Launch at 2 pm. Limit 12. |
4/7 |
III |
ANDERSON ISLAND CIRCUMNAVIGATION. Launch from Luhr Beach with lunch on Eagle Island. About 14 NM. Requires an Access Stewardship decal to launch and park at Luhr Beach boat ramp. |
4/8 |
II |
FULL MOON in APRIL. Paddle around Lake Washington shoreline at night. Launch from Matthews Beach in Seattle, at 7:00 pm. Dress warmly. Bring all safety gear and lights for boat. |
4/9-10 |
II-III |
JONES ISLAND OVERNIGHT. Either wheel on at Anacortes and ride the ferry to Friday Harbor or drive on ferry to Orcas Island and drive to Deer Harbor. Catch the afternoon flood to Jones and camp. Stop at Yellow Island and explore the Wasp Islands on the return. Contact: kpteicher@earthlink.net |
4/14 |
II |
EAGLE ISLAND. Launch at Steilacoom, have lunch on Eagle Island and return. Contact: maamfree@get.net |
4/15 |
II |
DUWAMISH RIVER. Paddle the industrial Duwamish River and help Puget Sound Keepers Alliance monitor the industries. We will be watching for violations of the Clean Water Act and discharge permits while paddling with big ships and big birds (great blue Herons). Contact: dchinlund@earthlink.net |
4/20 |
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WWTA FUNDRAISING AUCTION. Mark April 20, 2001 on your calendar and join us for food and fun on the water. This year the auction dinner will be held on the Skansonia Ferry. This wonderful venue is a former ferry that has been converted into a fabulous restaurant that floats atop the waters of Lake Union. The event begins at 7:00pm, cost $45 per person. Food, door prizes, silent auction. Register early. |
4/21 |
II |
SKAGIT RIVER ESTUARY. Float lower Skagit River through estuary & Swinomish Channel to La Conner, with possible visit to Goat Island's gunnery emplacements. Contact: mpt2kayak@aol.com |
4/21 |
II |
INDIAN and MARROWSTONE ISLAND. A birding paddle. Bring you binoculars to see who's passing through during spring migration. Launch from Fort Flagler. Paddle 5-6 miles in Kilisut Harbor while stopping to identify birds. Contact: kconant@sttl.uswest.net |
4/21 |
III |
MAURY ISLAND CIRCUMNAVIGATION. Start and end at Portage. Paddle East passage past the Point Robinson lighthouse, finish in protected Quartermaster Harbor. Approx. 12 miles. Optional dinner at restaurant on Vashon Island. dcivic@yahoo.com |
4/22 |
I |
SAMMAMISH SLOUGH. A slow-paced paddle down the slough, 13 miles. Launch near Marymoor Park, paddle to Kenmore. Car shuttle necessary. |
4/22 |
II |
FOX ISLAND CIRCUMNAVIGATION. A south sound paddle on Earth Day to get out and stretch those paddling muscle. About 12 miles. |
4/22 |
III |
KINGSTON to POULSBO. This trip requires a car shuttle and early meet time of 9:30 am. Launch from Kingston Ferry terminal and paddle to Suquamish. Wait for the max flood to take us through Agate Pass. From there get pushed into Liberty Bay and set our sights for Poulsbo. 16nm trip. Wet or dry suit required. Contact: drice@olypen.com or dclouser8@earthlink.net. |
4/22 |
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SPRING BOAT SWAP. Sell your used canoes or kayaks at this parking lot sale. Bring your own boats to sell. Good deals on used boats. Noon-4pm at PWS parking lot. |
4/28 |
II |
SAMISH BAY. Launch from Larrabee State Park, near Bellingham. Limit 6. Contact: christopher.g.johnson@home.com, |
4/28 |
II |
BROWNS POINT. Junk yard dog paddle. Explore the old ships in Commencement Bay. Contact: seakayaker@qwest.net |
4/28 |
II+ |
KEY PENINSULA. Experience the Key Peninsula (South Sound) from the water. Launch from Joemma State Park, around Devil's Head, through Pitt Passage, and end at Penrose State Park. Approx: 12 miles. |
4/28-29 |
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12th ANNUAL SEATTLE PADDLE FEST WEEKEND. Come down to Stan Sayres Park and check out the canoes and kayaks. This is a great opportunity to paddle a wide variety of different boats. Saturday is Canoe Day, Sunday is Kayak Day. 10:00 4:00 pm. Cost $10 per person. Profits donated to WWTA and Puget Soundkeeper Alliance. |
4/29 |
II |
WHIDBEY WHALE WATCHING. Every year Gray whales return to Saratoga Passage on the north side of Whidbey Island, to feed in the shallow coastal waters. Launch from Langley small boat harbor, and paddle along the coast to whale watch. Expect 3-4 hours on the water, with breaks and lunch. Contact: dkfreed@whidbey.com |
5/3 |
I |
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5/4-6 |
III |
JONES ISLAND, San Juans. Friday we'll paddle from Deer Harbor Marina on Orcas to our campsite on Jones. Saturday will be spent exploring the Wasp Island group, returning to a restful campfire. Let's beat the summer crowds. I have it on good authority that this is the month all the spring flowers are out, so bring your cameras. If you can't make this one and are also a Mountaineer, the trip will be repeated the third weekend in May! Contact: david.d.agnew@boeing.com |
5/4-6 |
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ACA INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP. Training to take place in Port Townsend. Contact kayak@onwatersports.com |
5/5 |
II |
BLACK RIVER. Small easy river with very remote feel just south of Olympia. Most of this river is very Everglade-like with some moderate current in places. Car shuttle required. Launch to lunch and back. |
5/5-20 |
III |
SEA KAYAK the CARRIBEAN TURKS and CAICOS ISLANDS. Come join us in exploring the aquamarine water of the Turks and Caicos Islands, the lair of pirates from days past. The islands are located between the southern Bahamas and the Dominican Republic. Kayak from South Caicos to West Caicos. Miles of deserted white sandy beaches to explore, great snorkeling, see Jo Jo the friendly dolphin, many flamingoes and other interesting bird life. Visit ancient Arawak and Lucayon cave sites. Trip led by veteran trip leader LeRoy Nordy. Contact: netic22@mindspring.com |
5/6 |
II |
BLACK RIVER. Small easy river with very remote feel just south of Olympia. Most of this river is very Everglade-like with some moderate current in places. Car shuttle required. |
5/7 |
II |
FULL MOON in MAY. Paddle around Lake Washington shoreline at night. Launch from Matthews Beach in Seattle, at 7:00 pm. Dress warmly. Bring all safety gear and lights for boat. |
5/12 |
III |
ANDERSON ISLAND. Circumnavigate this island in the south sound. Approximately 13 miles. |
5/12-13 |
II |
BLAKE ISLAND. Paddle to Blake Island, leaving from Southworth ferry dock Saturday afternoon. Paddle to North point and camp. Take in the show at Tillicum Village for dinner. Paddle back to Southworth Sunday morning. Contact: kpteicher@earthlink.net |
5/13 |
III |
BREMERTON to WINSLOW. Wheel on the ferry in Seattle, launch in Bremerton and ride the ebb up through Rich Passage to Winslow. Back to Seattle on the ferry. Definite current, probable wind. About 12 miles. |
5/16 |
II |
WEDNESDAY EVENING LAKE PADDLE - HOUGHTON BEACH. Relieve stress! Join us in Kirkland for an evening paddle. |
5/19 |
II |
STEILACOOM BAKEOFF/POTLUCK. Paddle from Sunnyside Beach Park to Saltars Point. Kayakers are invited to paddle, then participate in the cookoff. Bring camp stoves to prepare dishes on site. Prizes awarded. |
5/19-20 |
III-IV |
SAN JUAN CHALLENGE. Anacortes is the site for this exciting two day, 40 mile sea kayak race. A mini 14 mile challenge race is also held. Starts from Cap Sante park in Anacortes. Check out www.sjcraceandexpo.org for more info. |
5/18-20 |
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ACA INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION EXAM. Training to take place in Port Townsend. Contact kayak@onwatersports.com |
5/19 |
II |
NORTH CASE INLET. Launch at Vaughn Bay. Explore shoreline of Stretch and Reach islands. Contact: maamfree@gte.net |
5/19 |
II+ |
McMICKEN ISLAND. Launch at R.F. Kennedy State Park. Paddle around Heron Island, McMicken Island and return. 6-8 miles. Contact: kconant@sttl.uswest.net |
5/19-20 |
III |
SEA KAYAK YAKIMA CANYON. Launch at Ringer Road, float the scenic canyon to the Roza takeout; possible overnight at Red's Campground and Sunday hike up Umtanum Canyon in search of wildflowers; 17 river miles. Contact: blairs@w-link.net |
5/24 |
I |
CUTTS ISLAND CRAB and CLAM BAKE POTLUCK. Paddle to Cutts Island for gathering clams and crab and cook out on the beach. Bring potluck lunch. Good time for bottom watching with the low tide. Shellfish license required for gathering. |
5/27 |
II-IV |
GIG HARBOR SUNDAY. Paddle, play and practice. First of a five part series of Sunday paddles, all departing from Gig Harbor. Will paddle, work on skills, or just have fun. Optional breakfast/dinner. Contact: david.d.agnew@boeing.com |
5/27 |
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SKI TO SEA RACE. This team race is a relay race open to all amateur competitors. The relay consists of Cross Country Skiing, Downhill Skiing, Running, Biking, Canoeing, Mountain Biking and Sea Kayaking. The team consists of one per person for each event, except for the canoe leg (2 paddlers per canoe). For more info: www.bellingham.com/skitosea Contact: chamber@bellingham.com |
6/5 |
II |
FULL MOON in JUNE. Paddle around Lake Washington shoreline at night. Launch from Magneson Park at Sand Point NAS. Bring all safety gear and lights for boat. |
6/6 |
II |
FULL MOON ON COMMENCEMENT BAY. Paddle to dinner at a shoreline restaurant and paddle back by moonlight. |
6/9 |
II |
BROWNS POINT. A Point to Point paddle. Launch from Browns Point, paddle to Dash Point. Contact seakayaker@qwest.net |
6/9-23 |
III-IV |
GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK, ALASKA. Ever wish that you could kayak in a wilderness so remote and unspoiled that you would be constantly inspired by its magnificence? Then join us for a trip to one of the most beautiful paddling destinations in the world. In the pristine and unspoiled inlets of Glacier Bay, you can find solitude among calving glaciers, virgin forests, and towering peaks. Sightings of whales, bear, eagles, seals, moose, wolves, and mountain goats are common. Due to planning considerations and logistic requirements, please sign up immediately when the schedule comes out and be prepared with a time and monetary commitment. Limit 6 to 8 paddlers. Park information available: www.nps.gov/glba Email: bobklewitz@msn.com |
6/13 |
II |
WEDNESDAY EVENING LAKE PADDLE MT. BAKER BEACH. Two hours of exercise, relaxation and camaraderie. Launch is on West side of Lake Washington, south of I-90. |
6/15-17 |
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BASIC SEA KAYAK CLASS. Learn the basics of sea kayaking including rescues, strokes, bracing, navigation for just $80. Weekend training at Bowman Bay State Park. Must provide your own boat with floatation, drysuit, paddle, PFD and camping gear. Questions: Call Dede @ 206-935-3960. Signups: Dale.Tangeman@pss.boeing.com |
6/17 |
III |
CIRCUMNAVIGATION OF BAINBRIDGE ISLAND. Paddle approximately 24 miles. Mild currents, steady, non-rushed pace. Surprisingly do-able unless the wind gods are against us. Contact: jleitch@sellingseattle.com |
6/16-17 |
II-III |
CIRCUMNAVIGATE VASHON ISLAND. A clockwise paddle around the island. Approximately 13 miles each day. Start at isthmus near Burton, camp at Lisabuela water trails site. Next day complete the loop. Contact: lroubik@site7000.com |
6/20 |
II |
WEDNESDAY EVENING LAKE PADDLE LAKE UNION. Launch at Lake Union, then check out the baby ducks as we paddle through the arboretum. |
6/20-24 |
III |
BARKELEY SOUND. Vancouver Island photo trip during the lowest tides of the year. Morning tide pooling, afternoon paddling. Wetsuit/drysuit required. Limit 6. Contact: gluhm@eskimo.com |
6/23-24 |
II-III |
HENRY ISLAND. Come up to the San Juans for a weekend of paddling. A day paddle around Henry Island, and Posey Island on Saturday, then time permitting, explore other areas on Sunday. Camping or cabin space available. Allow enough travel time to drive on Anacortes Ferry. Limit 8. |
6/24 |
II-IV |
GIG HARBOR SUNDAY. Another opportunity to play and practice. Bring your kayaking questions. Optional breakfast/dinner. Contact: david.d.agnew@boeing.com |
6/30 |
II |
HORSEHEAD BAY to CUTTS ISLAND. Launch at 9 a.m. Look for moon snails and their nests. Beachcombing time and picnic included. Limit 10. |
6/30 |
II |
DUWAMISH RIVER. Paddle the industrial Duwamish River and help Puget Sound Keepers Alliance monitor the industries. We will be watching for violations of the Clean Water Act and discharge permits while paddling with big ships and big birds (great blue Herons). Contact: dchinlund@earthlink.net |
7/1 |
II |
SKAGIT BAY. Launch at Cornet Bay and paddle to Hope or Skagit Island for lunch, and return. Contact: mpt2kayak@aol.com |
7/5 |
II |
FULL MOON PADDLE. Leader needed |
7/10-15 |
II |
LOPEZ ISLAND. Car camp at Spencer spit state park and spend leisurely days paddling the coves and little islands off Lopez. Limit 6. |
7/13-15 |
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BASIC SEA KAYAK CLASS. Learn the basics of sea kayaking including rescues, strokes, bracing, navigation for just $80. Weekend training at Bowman Bay State Park. Must provide your own boat with floatation, drysuit, paddle, PFD and camping gear. Questions: Call Dede @ 206-935-3960. Signups: Dale.Tangeman@pss.boeing.com |
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II+-III |
NISQUALLY DELTA and ANDERSON ISLAND. Launch into the Nisqually Delta. Paddle across to Anderson Island and camp at the water trials site. Next morning circumnavigate Anderson Island or explore the Nisqually Delta/McCalister Creek (depending on weather). Possible wind/waves. Contact: algee73@hotmail.com Note: This trip is being rescheduled for sometime in August. |
7/14 |
II |
LAKE QUINAULT. Meet at Lake Quinault and paddle around the lake. Have lunch at park. Overnight accommodations for 6-8 available at a cabin in Copalis Beach. Contact: marshamalkin@qwest.net |
7/20 |
III+ |
WEST SEATTLE to BLAKE ISLAND. Depart at 6:00 pm for a daylight outbound crossing of the shipping lanes. Have dinner on Blake island and return by midnight. Paddle in total darkness on this moonless night. Contact: gb@u.washington.edu |
7/21 |
II+ |
ANNUAL CRAB FEST SADDLEBAG ISLAND. Roundtrip paddle approx. 5 miles. Paddle from March Point (near Anacortes) to Saddlebag Island. Stalk the elusive Dungeness Crab. Return to March Point for potluck crab feed. |
7/22 |
II-IV |
GIG HARBOR SUNDAY. The play and practice continues in south sound. Optional breakfast/dinner. Contact: david.d.agnew@boeing.com |
7/23-8/4 |
III-IV |
KYUQUOT SOUND. Take the MV Uchuck from Gold River to Kyuquot. Spend 7 days exploring Kyuquot sound and the Bunsby islands. Exploratory route is weather dependent. Wetsuit/drysuit required. Return via MV Uchuck on 3 Aug. Contact: mpt2kayak@aol.com or dchinlund@earthlink.net |
8/1 |
II |
LAKE UNION. Enjoy an evening lake paddle form Sunnyside launch through the Montlake cut into the Arboretum area.. Contact: mloujohnson@uwest.net |
8/4 |
II |
PORT TOWNSEND and FULL MOON PADDLE. Explore the waterfront Port Townsend to old Fort Townsend by day. Enjoy a full moon paddle at night. Camping available nearby. Contact: whtiger@halcyon.com |
8/4 |
II |
SOUTH SOUND. Launch at Steillacoom. Circle Ketron Island. stop at Anderson island if conditions permit. Contact: maamfree@gte.net |
8/4-5 |
III+ |
LUMMI ISLAND. Launch from Lummi reservation, paddle 7 miles to DNR site and camp. Next morning, complete the paddle around the island (13 more miles) if weather permits. Wetsuit/drysuit required. Possible wind, waves, and exposed outer shore. Contact: kconant@sttl.uswest.net or algee73@hotmail.com |
8/5 |
II |
PENN COVER on WHIDBEY ISLAND. Launch at Captain Thomas Coupeville park and explore Coupeville's historic waterfront and the lagoons of Penn Cove. Contact: mloujohnson@uwest.net |
8/9 |
II |
ALKI PADDLE and PIZZA. Evening paddle from Don Armeni park to the lighthouse and back followed by pizza at Pegasus. Contact: dcivic@yahoo.com |
8/10-13 |
III-IV |
STUART ISLAND. Join us for a long weekend in this "wildest" jewel of the San Juan Islands, which is still very much in its original, natural state. Wheel kayaks onto a Friday morning ferry from Anacortes. Launch from Friday Harbor, then paddle up the east coast of San Juan Island and spend the first night at the Cascadia Marine Trail campsite on Posey Island (north tip of San Juan Island). Saturday, paddle to Stuart Island and camp at the Cascadia Marine Trail campsite at Reid Harbor for two nights. Paddle day trips near and around Stuart Island, and return to Friday Harbor on Monday. Experienced paddlers only. Wheels required. Contact: bobklewitz@msn.com |
8/11 |
II+ |
HENDERSON INLET. Launch at Boston Harbor, near Olympia and paddle to Henderson inlet about 8 miles round trip. See lots of seals and fine scenery. Pleasant launch site, with walking possibilities. Contact: wordtrip@earthlink.net |
8/11-12 |
II-III |
HOPE ISLAND (SOUTH SOUND). Put in at Shelton and ride the current out Hammersly inlet, or Launch north of Squaxin island and circumnavigate the island. Camp at WWT site on Hope island. Total mileage is 14-20 miles. Contact: algee72@hotmail.com |
8/18-19 |
II-IV |
PACIFIC BEACH SURF FEST. Babbette's Annual Sun and Surf Frolic at Pacific Beach State Park. Sun, sand and surf to enjoy. Potluck feast Sat night. Wine and candlelight. Brown pelicans and wildlife (besides the crazy wave surfers) on the beach. Good for beginners to advanced surfers. Creek to paddle if you dont want to surf. Wetsuit/drysuit/helmet required for surfing, both whitewater and sea kayaks. Call Reservations NW (800)452-5687 for campsite. Group # 693575. Call early! |
8/18-19 |
IV |
ANACORTES to DOE ISLAND. (East side of Orcas). Catch the Rosario Strait flood from Washington Park north to camp on Doe Island. And return with the ebb. Optional hot tub, plus vegetarian restaurant for dinner. Breakfast in Doe Bay just 12 minute paddle from camp. At least nine miles each way. Minimum 3 knot pace and wetsuit/drysuit required. Adverse winds against the strong current could test your paddling skills. Contact: wamkenz@gte.net |
8/22 |
II |
WEDNESDAY EVENING LAKE PADDLE ENATAI BEACH. Launch under I-90 bridge in Bellevue. Join us for 2 hours of exercise, fun and relaxation. |
8/23-26 |
III-IV |
ORCAS ISLAND CIRCUMNAVIGATION. Launch from Gooseberry Point. Camp at Point Doughty, Blind Island, and Doe Island. Approximately 15 miles per day. Limit 6. Contact: christopher.g.johnson@home.com. |
8/26 |
II-IV |
GIG HARBOR SUNDAY. The 4th Gig Harbor Sunday. The water will be warmer! Roll practice? Play! Contact: david.d.agnew@boeing.com |
8/29 |
II |
WEDNESDAY EVENING LAKE PADDLE HOUGHTON BEACH. Launch from Kirkland. Join us for 2 hours of exercise, fun and relaxation on Lake Washington. |
8/30-9/3 |
IV |
SOUTH PENDER ISLAND (B.C.) Launch from Gooseberry Point. Camp at Sucia Island, South Pender Island (2 nights), and Point Doughty. Long paddling days with exposed crossings. Very experienced paddlers only. Limit 6 Contact: christopher.g.johnson@home.com. |
9/1-3 |
II |
ANNUAL KINGSTON CABIN WEEKEND, FULL MOON PADDLE. Paddle beautiful Kitsap County waters on Sat & Sun. Sat night potluck and full moon paddle on Sunday. Come for one or both days. Camping available. Contact: mpt2kayak@aol.com. |
9/7-9 |
II |
8th ANNUAL FALL FUNFEST at FORT FLAGLER. Come over Friday evening for a no host dinner at Ajax Cafι, 7:30 pm. Saturday, paddle to Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend. Sunday paddle in the area. Potluck Saturday night. Stay in Army Barracks. Must pre-register. $18 housing fee, due by August 20. |
9/8 |
II |
DUWAMISH RIVER. Paddle the industrial Duwamish River and help Puget Sound Keepers Alliance monitor the industries. We will be watching for violations of the Clean Water Act and discharge permits while paddling with big ships and big birds (great blue Herons). Email leader: dchinlund@earthlink.net |
9/19 |
II |
WEDNESDAY EVENING LAKE PADDLE HOUGHTON BEACH. Launch from Kirkland. Paddle to Juanita Bay to view the beaver and muskrats at dusk. Return after dark. Flashlights required. |
9/8-15 |
III |
LAKE ROOSEVELT KETTLE FALLS. Paddle the upper portion of Lake Roosevelt, Kettle Falls to Spokane River in beautiful Eastern Washington. Paddle 55 miles "door to door". Exploratory trips may add more miles. Afternoon winds can test your paddling skills. Minimum 4 kayakers needed. |
9/14-16 |
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WEST COAST SEA KAYAK SYMPOSIUM. Held at Fort Warden, near town of Port Townsend, this symposium has attracted hundreds of paddlers. Good opportunity to try new equipment, demo boats, attend seminars, meet new paddling friends. Check out web site: http://www.gopaddle.org. |
9/15 |
III |
NISQUALLY RIVER to McALLISTER CREEK. Run the last two miles of the river where we will encounter the only swift current on this trip. Next paddle the Nisqualy Delta on a incoming tide then head up McAllister Creek on the flood. Length is 8+ miles. Car shuttle required. |
9/15-30 |
III+ |
SOUTH PACIFIC TONGA. Come join us in exploring the Ha'apai Group of the Islands of Tonga. An archipelago of scattered coral islands, covered with lush vegetation and coconut trees, miles of white sandy beaches, great snorkeling and color tropical fish viewing in the warm turquoise colored waters. Visit interesting native villages. Visit the island where Captain Bligh of Mutiny on the Bounty fame was set adrift by Fletcher Christian and rest of the mutineers. Contact: alnm265@halcyon.com |
9/22-23 |
II-IV |
PACIFIC BEACH. Attention: Surf junkies. Didn't get enough at Babbette's Surfest? This will help the addiction. Contact: seakayaker@qwest.net |
9/28-30 |
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ACA INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP. Training to take place in Port Townsend. Contact kayak@onwatersports.com |
9/30 |
II-III |
DUNGENESS SPIT. Paddle 7nm round trip. Depart 10am from Cline Spit (Dungeness Harbor) and paddle east toward the Lighthouse and round the tip of the spit a protected seal habitat. From there, turn around and land on the Dungeness Bay side of the spit. Complete the trip by paddling back to Cline Spit. A $3 use fee is required per family. Wet or dry suit required. Contact: drice@olypen.com |
10/2 |
II |
FULL MOON PADDLE. Meet at Golden Gardens Park in Seattle. Launch at 6:45 pm. Must have lights and all safety gear. |
10/6 |
II |
CAPITOL LAKE, OLYMPIA. Paddle around Capitol Lake in Tumwater. A freshwater paddle on a beautiful fall day. Watch those spawning salmon at close range. Call for meeting time and location. Check out the new restaurant and feast on nachos. |
10/6-7 |
III |
CYPRESS ISLAND. Launch at Washington Park in Anacortes, ride the flood up Rosario Strait. Camp at Pelican Beach. Climb Eagle Bluff on Sunday to see the fall color and then ride the ebb back home. 15 NM. Contact: MarllaM@AOL.com |
10/11 |
II+ |
THURSDAY EVENING LAKE PADDLE HOUGHTON BEACH. Launch from Kirkland. Paddle to Juanita Bay to view the beaver and muskrats at dusk. Return after dark. Flashlights required. |
10/12-14 |
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ACA INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION EXAM. Training to take place in Port Townsend. Contact kayak@onwatersports.com |
10/13 |
II |
McALLISTER CREEK. Search for the elusive spawning chum salmon: launch at Luhr Beach on the Nisqually Delta, ride the flood up the creek and ride the ebb back. 8 miles. Contact: MarllaM@AOL.com |
10/13 |
II+ |
SKOKOMISH DELTA. Paddle in the estuary on the incoming tide. See lots of birds and marine wildlife, amid early fall colors. About 4-5 hours out on the water. Contact: wordtrip@earthlink.net |
10/13 |
II |
MERCER ISLAND CIRCUMNAVIGATION. Enjoy Lake Washington after the summer crowds have gone. Approximately 13 miles. |
10/13-14 |
I-II |
BAKER LAKE FALL LEAVES, KAYAK and CAMPING. Winds can create large waves on this lake. Be prepared to paddle one way and return via car shuttle. If weather turns bad, hot springs are nearby! Sign up by Oct 10. |
10/21 |
II-IV |
GIG HARBOR SUNDAY. The 5th Gig Harbor Sunday. More play and practice in the waters of south sound! Contact: david.d.agnew@boeing.com |
10/31 |
II |
HALLOWEEN PADDLE. Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the ramp on Sunnyside Ave., a couple of blocks east of Gas Works Park. Wet or dry suit and lights for the boats are required. Decorate yourself and your boat as you see fit. |
11/1 |
II |
FULL MOON PADDLE. Meet at Golden Gardens Park in Seattle. Launch at 6:45 pm. Must have lights and all safety gear. |
11/3 |
II |
DUWAMISH RIVER. Paddle the industrial Duwamish River and help Puget Sound Keepers Alliance monitor the industries. We will be watching for violations of the Clean Water Act and discharge permits while paddling with big ships and big birds (great blue Herons). Contact: dchinlund@earthlink.net |
11/4 |
II |
LAKE WASHINGTON. Launch at Mount Baker Beach (south of I-90) and paddle to the Arboretum and back. |
11/24 |
II |
DUNGENESS SPIT. Paddle Cline Spit to Dungeness Lighthouse. Stop for lunch, then return for supper at the Three Crabs restaurant. Dungeness Spit is a National Wildlife Reserve. $3/launch fee per family. |
11/25 |
III+ |
PROTECTION ISLAND or SEQUIM BAY (or FRESHWATER BAY). After working off some of the Thanksgiving stuffing at Dungeness Spit with Babs Kunkle on Saturday, camp overnight at Sequim Bay State Park (or luxuriate in a motel just down the highway); circumnavigate Protection Island if the weather is calm or explore the sandspits at the entrance to Sequim Bay if not. 7 to 10 miles. Email: blairs@w-link.net |
11/30 |
II |
BLUE MOON PADDLE. View this year's only blue moon from the water. Launch from Houghton Beach in Kirkland at 6:45 pm sharp! Must have lights and all safety gear. Dress warmly. |
12/3 |
II |
DUWAMISH RIVER. Paddle the industrial Duwamish River and help Puget Sound Keepers Alliance monitor the industries. We will be watching for violations of the Clean Water Act and discharge permits while paddling with big ships and big birds (great blue Herons). Contact: dchinlund@earthlink.net |
12/?? |
II |
CHRISTMAS SHIP PADDLE LAKE UNION. Decorate your boats and follow the other boats behind the Christmas ship. Wear your Santa Hat. Lights required. Meet at the Sunnyside Boat Ramp. |
12/15 |
II |
SWINOMISH CHANNEL. Paddle from the Highway 20 bridge to La Connor. Visit historic La Conner. Car Shuttle required. |
12/?? |
II |
CHRISTMAS SHIP PADDLE KIRKLAND. Ho Ho Ho, jolly paddlers needed to accompany the Christmas Ship carolers. Lights, antlers and jingle bells are encouraged. Launch in Kirkland and meet the Christmas ships for the holiday concert. Dress warm. Bring lights or glow sticks for your boat. Call for exact meeting place. |
12/30 |
II |
YEAR END FULL MOON PADDLE. Brave the cold and get in one more paddle this year! Launch from Houghton Beach in Kirkland, at 6:45 pm. Must have lights and all safety gear. Dress warmly! |
2/2/2002 |
II-III |
FROZEN WATERFALL PADDLE. Paddle from Lake Diablo through the canyon to Ross Dam for lunch, and experience the 500 foot icicles. Dress warmly. Wetsuit/drysuit strongly recommended. |
Revised: 17-Jul-2001