I'm planning to paddle down the Westport River from the public parking lot behind the Osprey Sea Kayak store to the harbor and back. Might not make it all the way to the harbor since that would make a round trip of over 16 miles. Will probably stop on one of the islands for a lunch snack. Planning to launch at 10:00am. High tide should reach the head of the river at about 1:00pm.
Wet exit/Rescue skills are required.
I would recommend at least a 15 foot boat.
Ability to paddle over 12 miles.
Please reply if you are coming so I'll know to wait for you. (I'll be there early to drop off my fiberglass boat for repair.)
Norm
Westport River - Monday, July 4th - Launch at 10:00am
Moderator: Chip
Re: Westport River - Monday, July 4th - Launch at 10:00am
Hi Norm - I'm up for the Westport trip if you are still planning on it (looks like weather may be deteriorating?). Let me know if there's any other info. I can also be reached at home at 781-545-0633 (Scituate) or BB (617-438-8854).
Re: Westport River - Monday, July 4th - Launch at 10:00am
Jack,
I'm still planning to go. Looking at the forecast on the Weather Underground website, it looks like there is a window of fair weather in the time-frame I plan to be there.
Norm
I'm still planning to go. Looking at the forecast on the Weather Underground website, it looks like there is a window of fair weather in the time-frame I plan to be there.
Norm
Re: Westport River - Monday, July 4th - Launch at 10:00am
OK - I'll plan on it unless I hear otherwise! Thanks... Jack