Date |
Skill Level
|
Description |
3/2
Sat
|
SK 3
|
Deception Pass
Paddle a 6.7 knot flood. Launch at
Coronet Bay at noon, build confidence as the current quickens.
Learn to cross eddy lines and/or bomb-proof your roll. |
3/9
Sat
|
SK 2
|
Kilisut Harbor, Indian Island
Easy birding paddle in the bay between
Marrowstone and Indian Islands. Bring binoculars and bird book.
Launch from Fort Flagler at 9am. |
3/10
Sun
|
SK 3
|
Protection Island
A slow to moderate pace will be
maintained to afford paddlers the opportunity to enjoy viewing
birds and other marine wildlife. Protection Island is a NWR refuge
and nesting ground for many migratory birds. Depart from Diamond
Point on Miller Peninsula and stop at Thompson Spit after
circumnavigating Protection Island. Wet suit/dry suit required.
Binoculars highly recommended. 12 nm RT. |
3/23
Sat
|
SK 3
|
Freshwater Bay to Crescent Bay
Roundtrip
Great fun in the rocks for the
adventurous or bird watching depending on interest. Possible
surf at Crescent Bay. Maximum 8 people. Wet or dry
suit required. Helmet required if you want to play among the
rocks. 8 Nm round trip |
4/6
Sat
|
SK 2-3
|
Tacoma Narrow
Launch at Titlow. Weather permitting,
cross at the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. Practice rescues, bracing,
rolls, whatever in the afternoon. Wet suit/dry suit required. |
4/7
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Gig Harbor Sunday
The series is back! Practice, play and
paddle the first Sunday of each month. Work on any skill you
desire to learn or enhance. Meet at public boat ramp at N. side of
harbor at 9:00 am. Wet suit/dry suit required. |
4/7
Sun
|
SK 4
|
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 marches 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.
|
4/10-11
Wed-Thurs
|
SK 2-3
|
Yellow Island and Jones Island
overnight
Maybe the spring flowers will be early
this year. Put in at Friday Harbor or at Deer Harbor, depending on
weather. Either way, likely to have the pick of campsites and no
problem with ferries. Group consensus on expanding the trip
another day. Limit 4-6. |
4/13
Sat
|
SK 2+
|
Fox Island
Circumnavigate this lovely South Sound
island. Approximately 13 miles of paddling. |
4/13-14
Sat-Sun
|
SK 2+
|
Yellow Island
Overnight on Jones island with a visit
to Yellow Island to view the wildflowers. Launch from Deer Harbor.
Limit 6. |
4/14
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Des Moines to Seahurst
Some interesting homes along this stretch of coastline, and Three
Tree Point may present some hydraulic features on the trip.
|
4/20
Sat
|
SK 3
|
Kingston to Poulsbo
This trip requires a car shuttle and
early meeting time. Launch from Kingston Ferry terminal and paddle
to Suquamish, wait for the max flood to take us through Agate
Pass. From here get pushed into Liberty Bay and set sights for
Poulsbo. Wet suit/dry suit required. 16 nm trip. |
4/21
Sun
|
SK 1
|
Sammamish Slough
Slow paced paddle 13 miles Redmond to
Kenmore. Car shuttle. |
4/26
Fri
|
SK 2
|
Pizza and Paddling in Kirkland
Dinner at Pegasus Pizza followed by a
full moon paddle on Lake Washington. Must call by Wednesday, 4/24. |
4/27
Sat
|
SK 3+
|
Whidbey Island
Joseph Whidbey State Park to Fort Ebey
State Park and return. About 14 miles. Note that this
tour is on the west side of Whidbey Island, at the eastern end of
Juan de Fuca Strait. The destination will change if forecast
conditions are too rough, but expect windy conditions. |
4/27
Sat
|
SK 2+
|
Key Peninsula
Launch from Joemma State Park, kayak
around Devil’s Head and end at Penrose State park. Approximately
12 miles. |
4/28
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Dabob Bay Oyster Festival
Launch at Point Whidbey 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). Paddle up to 8 miles. |
4/28
Sun |
|
Pacific Water Sports Paddlefest
Try out a variety of kayaks at Stan Sayers Memorial Park on Lake
Washington. 10am-4pm. $10 per person. |
5/2
Thurs
|
|
Splash & Thrash
First of the sea kayaking safety
sessions sponsored by BWET. Each Thurs eve through Sept. The
purpose of these sessions is to practice bracing, wet exits,
assisted- and self-rescues and even learn how to roll.
Lincoln landing on Mercer Island. |
5/4
Sat
|
SK 2
|
Dabob Bay
Explore and DNR beaches of Dabob and
Quilcene Bays. Launch at Point Whidbey. |
5/4
Sat
|
SK 1+
|
Lake Sammamish shoreline from
Idylewood Park
Hopefully this is before all the jet
skis and power boats are out in force. |
5/5
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Black River
Small easy river with very remove feel
S. of Olympia. Most of this river is very Everglade-like with some
moderate current in places. Car shuttle required. |
5/5
Sun
|
SK 3
|
Fox Island to Pitt Island
Open water crossing of 3 miles, strong
current possible through Pitt passage. Round-trip approximately 11
miles.
|
5/5
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Gig Harbor Sunday
The series is back! Practice, play and
paddle the first Sunday of each month. Work on any skill you
desire to learn or enhance. Meet at public boat ramp at N. side of
harbor at 9:00 am. Wet suit/dry suit required. |
5/11
Sat
|
SK 3
|
South Sound Island Tour
Launch at Luhr beach and paddle a loop
encircling Ketron, Fox, McNeil, Pit and Anderson Islands. About 26
miles, with about half current assisted. Must enjoy long, fast
paddles. |
5/12
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Commencement Bay
Launch 11:00 a.m. at Owens Beach near
Point Defiance. Paddle towards Tacoma, past small waterfront
parks and possibly into the industrial area. Approx 12 miles RT. |
5/14
Tues
|
SK 2
|
Tuesday evening lake paddle:
Enetai beach
Two hours of exercise, fun and
relaxation. Launch is under I-90 bridge in Bellevue. |
5/17-19
Fri-Sun
|
|
Thetis Island Kayak Symposium
This is BC’s premiere kayak event,
offers a lot of on and in the water training. Info: www.wakekayak.org/symposm.html |
5/17-19
Fri-Sun
|
SK 3
|
Hanford Reach
Scenic hart of the Columbia’s last
free-flowing reach. Friday evening car-camp at Vantage; Sat.
launch at Vernit bridge and river-camp at White Bluff Landing or
Ringold; Sun. take out at Leslie Groves Park in Richland; 47 river
miles. |
5/18-19
Sat-Sun
|
|
San Juan Challenge
Four different races— 6.5 miles to 40
miles—one for every level. Held at the Anacortes Waterfront
Festival.
Info: www.adventuresports.com/kayak/sanjuan/ |
5/18
Sat
|
SK 2
|
Rosedale
Explore the nooks and crannies up to
Allen Point; possible trip around Raft Island and/or out to Cutts.
Wet suit/dry suit required. |
5/19
Sun
|
SK 2-3
|
Dungeness Spit
Depart from Cline Spit (Dungeness
Harbor) and paddle in the harbor before heading East toward the
lighthouse and out to the tip of the spit—a protected seal
habitat. This trip is designed for bird and marine life watchers,
but anyone may join us. A $3 user fee is required per family. |
5/21
Tues
|
SK 2
|
Tuesday evening lake paddle: Mt.
Baker beach
Two hours of exercise, fun and
relaxation. Launch is on west side of Lake Washington, S. of I-90. |
5/23-5/27
Thurs-Mon
|
SK 3
|
Sechelt Inlet
Escape to the warmer waters of BC for
the weekend. Paddle from Porpoise Bay up into Salmon and Narrows
inlet. Explore the beaches and the canyons, and enjoy the abundant
shellfish! Scuba Diving at Porpoise Bay, is also an option. |
5/25
Sat
|
SK 1
|
Mercer Slough, Bellevue
Let’s see how many birds can be
spotted. Leisurely paddle through the slough; weather permitting,
paddle out to Lake Washington and picnic lunch. |
5/26
Sun
|
SK 3
|
Hammersley Inlet
Paddle the ebb out to Hope Island,
have a leisurely lunch and return on the flood. |
6/1
Sat
|
SK 2
|
Duwamish River
Explore Seattle’s industrial
waterfront |
6/2
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Gig Harbor Sunday
The series is back! Practice, play and
paddle the first Sunday of each month. Work on any skill you
desire to learn or enhance. Meet at public boat ramp at N. side of
harbor at 9:00 am. Wet suit/dry suit required. |
6/3-6
Mon-Thurs
|
SK 3
|
Sucia Island
First day, ferry from Anacortes to Orcas
Island. Put in at N. Beach road end. Paddle to Sucia and make camp
for three nights. Explore island by foot or kayak. Second and
third days, depending on conditions, day trips to Patos Island and
Matia Island. Third day, explore island and return. Limit 8 boats. |
6/5
Wed
|
SK 2
|
Lake Union
Enjoy an evening lake paddle from the
Sunnyside launch, head east through the Montlake Cut into the
Arboretum area. Eat at Agua Verde if group desires. |
6/7-6/10
Fri-Mon
|
SK 4
|
Sucia Island
Explore and camp on Sucia. Visit nearby
Patos and Matia Islands. Min paddling skill required is the
ability to paddle hard against wind and current in rough water for
at least two NM. Wet suit/dry suit required. About 6 NM per day. |
6/8
Sat
|
SK 2-3
|
Gig Harbor to Sunrise Beach
Picnic lunch. Practice rescues, bracing,
rolls, whatever on return to the harbor. Lattes in town
afterwards, a trip to the Tides. Wet suit/dry suit required. |
6/9
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Gig Harbor to Southworth
The current always flows north in Colvos
Passage, so we'll start in Gig Harbor, stop for lunch in Olalla,
and end near the Southworth ferry. Approx 16 miles. Car shuttle
required. |
6/11
Tues
|
SK 2
|
Tuesday evening lake paddle: Lake
Union
Launch near gasworks park, then check
out the baby ducks during the arboretum paddle. |
6/15-17
Sat-Mon
|
SK 3-4
|
James Island
Join us for a long weekend on this
rugged San Juan island, with lots of secluded coves and hiking
trails available. Launch on Sat morning from Washington Park and
cross Rosario Strait on way to James Island. Camp Sat/Sun
nights at the Cascadia Marine trail site on the island and return
on Mon afternoon. Several side trips will be possible:
Decatur Island, Blakely Island, Lopez Island, Obstruction Pass.
No signups before May 1. |
6/16
Sun
|
SK 3
|
Mukilteo to Meadowdale
We’ll paddle from Mukilteo. There’s
a shipwreck just South of the Mukilteo put-in. We’ll stop for
lunch at a minus tide. Wet suit/dry suit recommended. Limit 6-8.
|
6/18
Tues
|
SK 2
|
Tuesday evening lake paddle:
Houghton beach
Relieve stress! Join us in Kirkland for
this two hour paddle. |
6/19
Wed
|
SK 2
|
South Sound
Put in at Herron Island ferry dock on
the Long Branch peninsula. Paddle North to stretch island and
return via McMicken island. Approx 12 miles. |
6/21-23
Fri-Sun
|
|
Basic Sea Kayak Class
Learn the basics of sea kayaking
including rescues, strokes, bracing, navigation. Weekend training
at Bowman Bay State Park. Must provide own boat with flotation,
drysuit, paddle, PFD and camping gear. |
6/23
Sun
|
SK 2+
|
Crabfest-Saddlebag Island
Paddle from March Point (near Anacortes)
to Saddlebag Island. Stalk the elusive Dungeness Crab. Return to
March Pt. for a potluck crab feed. Roundtrip paddle approx. 5
miles. |
6/27-7/5
Thurs-Fri
|
SK 3-4
|
Spirit Paddle and Yoga in
Clayoquot Sound
In the spirit of the tla-o-qui-at,
paddling, hiking, meditation and yoga from Tofino to Hot Springs
Cove. Possible return on the outside. Wetsuit/drysuit required.
Limit 4-6. |
6/30
Sun
|
SK 1+
|
Snoqualmie River: Plums Landing
to Tolt Mouth
An easy float down the river as it winds
through the Snoqualmie valley past farms and golf courses. Car
shuttle required. |
7/6
Sat
|
SK 3
|
Circumnavigate Guemes Island
Put in at Anacortes-Guemes Island Ferry
dock. Paddle with flood through Bellingham Channel, lunch at
Youngs Park (NE end of island). Return with stop at Saddlebag
Island. Approx 15 miles RT. |
7/7
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Henderson Inlet
Launch at Boston Harbor, near Olympia,
and paddle to Henderson Inlet where you’ll see lost of seals as
well as cormorants and herons. Pleasant lunch site with picnic
tables, restrooms and trails. 8-9 miles RT. |
7/7
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Gig Harbor Sunday
The series is back! Practice, play and
paddle the first Sunday of each month. Work on any skill you
desire to learn or enhance. Meet at public boat ramp at N. side of
harbor at 9:00 am. Wet suit/dry suit required. |
7/10
Wed
|
SK 2
|
Lake Union
Enjoy an evening lake paddle from the
Sunnyside launch, head east through the Montlake Cut into the
Arboretum area. Eats at Agua Verde if group desires. |
7/12-14
Fri-Sun
|
|
Basic Sea Kayak Class
Learn the basics of sea kayaking
including rescues, strokes, bracing, navigation. Weekend training
at Bowman Bay State Park. Must provide own boat with flotation,
drysuit, paddle, PFD and camping gear. |
7/13-20
Sat-Sat
|
SK 3-4
|
The Discovery Islands, B.C.
These beautiful islands, at the threshold of a majestic
wilderness, offer spectacular vistas, remote beach camps and a
solitude that will make each day a journey of discovery. The
trip starts with two B.C. ferries, first to Vancouver Island and
then to Quadra Island. Next paddle a circuitous route
through several of the islands in this chain, camping at various
spots. This trip also includes several tidal rapid areas, such as
Surge Narrows and Hole in the Wall that will be navigated at slack
current. After a week of gorgeous scenery, lots of wildlife
sightings and exciting paddling, return to Rebecca Spit on July 19
or 20. Limit 6-8 paddlers. No signups before June 1.
|
7/13-14
Sat-Sun
|
SK 1-2
|
Lake Quinault
On Saturday, paddle Lake
Quinault with some pretty stops for lunch and wildlife viewing.
Then take a short hike on the trail and go back the cabin at
Copalis Beach. Sunday walk on the beach or optional
kayaking on the canals of Ocean Shores or Grays Harbor. (self
guided). Room for an additional 6 in the cabin, or tents on the
grounds. No fee. Friday night optional. |
7/13
Sat
|
SK 3
|
Washington Park to Friday Harbor
via Cattle Pass
Paddle 20+ miles from Washington Park to
Friday Harbor in one day. Enjoy the San Juans on a
summer day without taking the ferry there. Take advantage of the
currents to ride along Rosario Strait and turn into San Juan
Channel. Lunch at south end of Lopez Island. Paddle past Turn
Island, ending at Friday Harbor. Wheel back on the ferry for a
free ride home. Wheels and wetsuit/drysuit are required. |
7/14
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Penn Cove on Whidbey Island
Launch at Captain Thomas Coupeville Park and explore Coupeville's
waterfront and the lagoons of Penn Cove. Car shuttle to Oak
Harbor. Dinner in Coupeville if group desires. Limit 8. Contact
Mary Lou by July 7.
|
7/18-22
Thurs-Mon
|
SK 3 |
Orcas Island Circumnavigation
Depart from Lummi or San Juan Island, 12-15 mi's/day. extra day on
Sucia.
Limit 8
|
7/19
Fri
|
SK 3
|
Blake Island
Leave from W. Seattle, paddle to Blake
island and return in the dark. Lights required on
boats for the return. |
7/20
Sat
|
SK 3
|
Sunnyside Beach to Eagle Island
Nice little spot in South Sound between Anderson and McNeil
Islands. The currents will assist travel both ways. Open water
crossing of up to 5 miles.
|
7/27
Sat
|
SK 3+
|
Langley to Camano State Park
Launch from the Langley marina, paddle
to Camano State Park and return. Drop by to view the harbor
seals on Baby Island. Potential Gray Whale sighting. Strong
winds can develop. Up to 22 miles. Wet/dry suit required. |
August date TBA in July
|
SK 3
|
Lummi Island
Spend two days paddling around Lummi
Island in the North Sound. Second day either paddle around
Lummi (about 17 miles) or return on the inside, depending on
weather. This trip requires cold water gear (wet suit or dry
suit) and comfort level to include possibility of 15-18 knots of
wind. May be limited to 6 tents due to campsite size. |
August TBA in July
|
SK 2-3
|
Anderson Island
Overnight on Anderson Island, launching
from either Steilacoom or Nisqually. Paddle around the
island the second day, or venture into the Nisqually Delta for
bird/piniped sighting, depending on weather and tides.
Currents and winds can make this a light SK3 trip. Cold
water gear (wet suit or dry suit) needed. Limited to 6 tents
due to campsite size. |
8/3-4
Sat-Sun
|
SK 2-2+
|
Hope Island
Paddle from the outside of Hartstene
Island south to Hope Island at the entrance of Hammersley Inlet.
Possibility of paddling against 1.5 knot current for part of both
days. First day distance about 10 miles. Second day may have
option of 7 mile short return with car shuttle, or 17 mile
circumnavigation. |
8/3-4
Sat-Sun
|
SK 1-2
|
Anderson Island
Stay overnight at this beautiful S.
Sound WWTA site, exploring for sand dollars with Nisqually Reach
as a backdrop. This trip is intended at a beginner level, short
mileage introduction to extended stay kayak touring. Due to the
tides that day, the carry up from the water’s edge at low tide
on Anderson is a long haul. Limit 8. |
8/4
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Gig Harbor Sunday
The series is back! Practice, play
and paddle the first Sunday of each month. Work on any skill you
desire to learn or enhance. Meet at public boat ramp at N. side of
harbor at 9:00 am. Wet suit/dry suit required. |
8/10-11
Sat-Sun
|
SK 4
|
Doe Bay
Short overnight trip from Washington
Park (near Anacortes) to Doe Island (east side of Orcas). Catch
the afternoon flood moving north in Rosario Strait to camp on Doe
Island and return with the morning ebb. Optional hot tub and
vegetarian restaurant is available in Doe Bay, an easy 12-minute
paddle from camp. Distance is a minimum nine miles each way,
crossing shipping lanes and strong currents. Average paddler pace
will be 3.5 knots. Winds opposed to the strong current could
create very rough water so strong bracing skills are a must.
Drysuit/ wetsuit and paddle jacket required. |
8/11
Sun
|
SK 3
|
Port Townsend
Paddle from Old Fort Townsend past Point
Wilson. Quick pace needed to catch the currents, and explore the
Strait of Juan de Fuca. Lunch at the beach at Fort Warden. |
8/17-18
Sat-Sun
|
SK 2-3
|
Pacific Beach Surf Fest
Babbette’s Annual Sun and Surf Frolic
at Pacific beach. 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 beginner to
advanced surfers. Creek to paddle if you don’t want to surf. Wet
suit/dry suit and helmet required for surfing for both whitewater
and sea kayakers. Call for reservations1-888-226-7688 and reserve
close to Site 53 (group reservations are no longer allowed). |
8/17
Sat
|
SK 1-2
|
Lake Washington
No boat, no problem. Rentals available.
Meet at Enatai Beach Park in Bellevue at 9:30 am for a 2 hour
paddle. Call Alan by 8/10 for information on rentals. |
8/17-24
Sat-Sat |
|
Lake Roosevelt
Paddle the upper portion of Lake Roosevelt, Kettle Falls to the
Spokane River, about 55 miles. Afternoon winds can test your
paddling skills. Looking for a minimum of 4 paddlers. |
8/18
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Stillaguamish River: Arlington to
Hat Slough
Easy float through farmlands. Car
shuttle required. |
8/22-25
Thurs-Sun
|
SK 3+
|
San Juan Islands
Put in at Washington Park. Camp one
night at Griffin Bay, Stuart Island, and Point Doughty before
returning to Washington Park. Plans may change if campsites are
closed, but trip will be up in the San Juans, weather permitting.
Limit 6. |
8/27
Tues
|
SK 2
|
Tuesday evening lake paddle:
Houghton Beach
Join us for two hours of exercise and
relaxation in Kirkland. |
8/29-9/1
Thurs-Mon
|
SK 3
|
Gulf Islands
Enjoy the last long weekend of summer in
BC. Explore the Gulf Islands scenery by kayak, camping at
Provincial parks. |
9/6-8
Fri-Sun
|
SK 2
|
9th Annual Fall Funfest at Fort
Flagler
Come evening for a no-host dinner at the Ajax Cafe, 7:30 pm.
Saturday paddle to the Wooden Boat Festival. Sunday- a local
paddle. Potluck Sat night. Stay in old Army barracks. Must
pre-register by Aug 23 and send check for $18.00 housing fee.
|
9/7-9
Sat-Mon
|
SK 3+
|
Lopez Island
Put in at Washington Park. Camp two
nights at Odlin County Park. Sunday- a day trip to the South end
of Lopez. Limit 6. |
9/8
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Gig Harbor Sunday
The series is back! Practice, play and
paddle the first Sunday of each month. Work on any skill you
desire to learn or enhance. Meet at public boat ramp at N. side of
harbor at 9:00 am. Wet suit/dry suit required. |
9/14-15
Sat-Sun
|
SK 3
|
Cypress Island
Launch at Washington Park in Anacortes,
ride the flood up Rosario Strait. Lunch stop at Strawberry
Island. Sunday morning, from the Pelican Beach camp hike the
trail to Eagle Bluff to enjoy the fall color and eagle nests.
Ride the afternoon ebb home. 15NM |
9/16-19
|
SK 3+
|
Ross Lake
Spend 4 days paddling beautiful Ross
Lake. Start by paddling across Lake Diablo through the Skagit
Gorge, spend 3 nights exploring drowned inlets, waterfalls, old
growth forest, and perhaps Southern Canada (at least the southern
½ mile). For the first and last day (Diablo Lake) a wet suit or
drysuit will be required. The intended paddle pace of this trip is
3 knots minimum. |
9/17
Tues
|
SK 2
|
Tuesday evening lake paddle:
Houghton beach
Paddle to Juanita Bay to view the beaver
and muskrats at dusk. Paddle back after dark. Lights required. |
9/20-22
Fri-Sun
|
|
West Coast Sea Kayak Symposium- Fort Worden
State Park.
Try out new boats, renew friendships and learn from the leaders in
the industry. Info: http://www.gopaddle.org
|
9/21
Sat
|
SK 4
|
Day trip to Sea Kayak Symposium
Launch at Bush Point., cross to the
symposium in Port Townsend. Spend a few hours on the beach
checking out boats and return. 10 mile crossings, round trip 21
miles. Even on calm days expect strong rips and currents.
Wet/dry suit required. |
9/28
Sat
|
SK3-4
|
Freshwater Bay to Crescent Bay
Round trip paddle. Few places to
land. Rock gardening for those who want more adventure.
Possible surf at Crescent Bay. Max 8 people. 8 NM RT. Wet suit/
dry suit required. Helmet required if you plan to rock
garden. |
9/28-10/13
|
SK 3+
|
Micronesia: Vanuatu (New Hebrides)
Enjoy kayaking in tropical water, snorkeling, abundant sunshine,
great beaches, interesting and unusual native flora and fauna, and
hiking active volcanoes. Visit primitive cultures and villages.
Home of the original bungee jumpers, the John Frumm cult, etc.
|
9/29
Sun
|
SK 2-3
|
Dungeness Spit
Depart from Cline Spit (Dungeness
Harbor) and paddle in the harbor before heading East toward the
lighthouse and out to the tip of the spit—a protected seal
habitat. This trip is designed for bird and marine life watchers,
but anyone may join us. A $3 user fee is required per family. |
9/29
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Everett Sloughs
Afternoon paddle in the calm waters of
Ebby and surrounding sloughs. Dinner (optional) after in
Marysville. Car shuttle involved. |
10/5
Sat
|
SK 2+
|
Skokomish Delta
Paddle in the estuary on the incoming
tide. See lots of birds and marine life amid early fall colors.
About 4-5 hours on the water. Contact Judy Blake. |
10/6
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Gig Harbor Sunday
The series is back! Practice, play and
paddle the first Sunday of each month. Work on any skill you
desire to learn or enhance. Meet at public boat ramp at N. side of
harbor at 9:00 am. Wet suit/dry suit required. |
10/12
Sat
|
SK 2
|
Nisqually Delta
Launch at Luhr Beach (parking permit
required). Ride the flood up the creek gliding over gravel
beds and spawning Chinook/King salmon. Late lunch ride the
ebb back. 8 miles |
10/19
Sat
|
SK2
|
Capitol Lake
Paddle the lake, look at migrating
salmon, hike along the Deschutes River and enjoy nachos afterward. |
10/20
Sun
|
SK 2
|
Full moon paddle on Lake
Washington
Enjoy the full moon rising into the cool
autumn night. Put-in location TBA in Kirkland. |
10/31
Thurs
|
SK 2
|
Halloween Paddle
Meet at 6:30 pm at the ramp on Sunnyside
Ave., a few blocks E of Gas Works Park. Wet suit/drysuit and
lights for the boat are required. Decorate yourself and your boat
as you see fit. |
11/30
Sat
|
SK 2
|
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. |
12/1
Sun
|
SK 3+
|
Protection Island, Sequim Bay or
Freshwater Bay
After working off some of the
Thanksgiving stuffing at Dungeness Spit on Saturday, try soaking
in the jacuzzi at the Sequim Aquatic Recreation Center and camping
at Sequim Bay State Park. Then on Sunday., circumnavigate
Protection Island if the weather is calm, or explore the sandspits
at the entrance to Sequim bay if it isn’t. Paddling
7 to 10 miles. |
Early Dec
|
SK 2
|
Christmas Ship Paddle
Meet at the ramp between Golden Gardens
and Shilshole Bay Marina. Paddle with the Christmas ship through
the locks and back again. Decorations or costumes are optional.
Wetsuit/drysuit. Date and exact time TBA. |
Late Dec
|
SK 2
|
Christmas Ship Paddle-Kirkland
Ho, Ho, Ho, jolly paddlers needed to
accompany the Christmas Ship parade. Lights, antlers and jingle
bells are encouraged. Launch in Kirkland and meet the ships for
the holiday concert. Dress warmly. Bring lights or glow sticks for
your boat. Call for exact date and meeting place. |
2/1/2003
Sat
|
SK 2-3
|
Frozen Waterfall Paddle
Paddle from Lake Diablo through the
canyon to Ross Dam for lunch, and experience 500 foot icicles.
Dress warmly. Wet suit/dry suit strongly recommended. |