Weekpecket Islands Saturday 8/4 ON Again Arrive 10AM

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Weekpecket Islands Saturday 8/4 ON Again Arrive 10AM

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Hi all,

I know this is a favorite trip for a lot of people, including yours truly :D

The plan would be to leave Quisset Harbor onto Woods Hole and out to the Weepecket Islands located on the west side of Naushon Island. We’ll spend time chilling and doing what Bea likes to do the beach :P Bring what you like for lunch, and plenty of fluids for the day. It could be a warm one.

This is not a novice trip because of the distance (up to 15 miles) and the conditions we may run into at Woods Hole. You should be able to keep a decent pace and be able to kick it up a notch for the group channel crossings as needed. Each person should have a good boat handling skills and be able to take care of yourself should you end up out of your boat if the conditions get a bit of "texture".

Here's a previous trip report http://www.wtpaddlers.org/trips-26.html

Parking may be tough at Quisset Harbor so plan to be there no later than 9:30 AM. We want to be on the water by 10:00 AM. I will post directions before Saturday or you can Google Quisset Harbor Rd.

Please RSVP in advance for this trip.

Put in location: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Quissett+Harbor+Boatyard+Inc,+Quissett+Harbor+Road,+Falmouth,+MA&hl=en&sll=42.036922,-71.683501&sspn=3.406462,7.13562&oq=quisset&hq=Quissett+Harbor+Boatyard+Inc,&hnear=Quissett+Harbor+Rd,+Falmouth,+Barnstable,+Massachusetts&t=h&z=17

Tentative Route: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=5590866 We can alter it to go back into Hadley Harbor in play in the gutter if the group and conditions permit. Anyone planning to play in conditions, please bring a helmet.

Standard Boiler Plate Caveats: Sea worthy boat > 15', a spray skirt, practiced self and assisted rescue skills, be capable of paddling 10-15 miles in conditions and wind.
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Jordan, Be aware that the Pan-Massachusetts Challenge is going to be on Cape this weekend. Check their web-site. I'm told you want to avoid the Mass. Maritime Academy in Buzzards Bay/ Bourne area.
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Great input Gif!

Thanks!
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Yep, you were right Gif.

Let's postpone this one for a less traveled weekend.

Sorry about that.
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Jordan, One more warning: The Falmouth Road Race is August 12. You really do not want to be anywhere on the Cape unless it's an emergency, or you are running in the race. I'll be in Maine. Gif
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Thanks Gif,

You saved us a lot of heartburn! :)
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Just glad I can help! :twisted:
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what about another trip this Saturday, Mr. J?
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Lets try this again. The riders should be hitting the cape on Sunday, so getting there and getting off the cape will still hopefully work for us.

Sorry for the late posting and the planning confusion.

Please post your interest if you still would like to attend.

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Sounds like fun, I'm in!
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Jordan,

Good call, I agree that the riders will not affect us. I am DEFINITELY IN! Did this trip with you before, and had a great time.

Thank you for organizing.
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I'll be there too. Will carpool with Sue.
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I would join you, but I have to lead an AMC paddle from Monks Cove to Bassets Island. Hey Norm, does that sound familiar !!!
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gifallen wrote:I would join you, but I have to lead an AMC paddle from Monks Cove to Bassets Island. Hey Norm, does that sound familiar !!!

Yup, been there done that already this year. Watch your step on that slippery mud at the put-in! I had to bleach the mud stain out of my shirt. :D
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I always liked this trip. You get a little bit of everything. Keeps me interested.
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Chip wrote:I always liked this trip. You get a little bit of everything. Keeps me interested.


Yeah, me too. Wish I could do this one but already have a bbq to go to. Was sort of happy when it was going to get postponed.
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Weekpecket Islands Saturday 8/4 ON Again Arrive 10AM

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Hi All,

I've pushed out the departure time by an hour to 10 AM. That will allow those of us going to the Spit this evening a little extra time to swap out attire, gear, empty the catering trucks of food, bring back the rotisseries, smokers, grills, chafing dishes, and the rest of the kitchen utensils :P . And for those who still do this, actually get a a little sleep for tomorrows paddle :D

Should be a fun day tomorrow.

Nelson, we'll miss you!!! We'll all write you a note excusing you from the caloric burden of burgers and beer tomorrow. You can say it's for medical reasons :lol:

Have a great day all.
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Jordan,

Even though you are one major smart-ass, I thank you.

I'm in.

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Jordan,

Need to clarify; do we meet at 10 AM, or ready to paddle at 10 AM? The title says "Arrive at 10 AM", but your message says "depart at 10 AM"? Please clarify.

Thanks,
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rkhederian wrote:Jordan,

Need to clarify; do we meet at 10 AM, or ready to paddle at 10 AM? The title says "Arrive at 10 AM", but your message says "depart at 10 AM"? Please clarify.

Thanks,
Bob

I'll be the smart ass this time and say for you Bob, it's depart at 10:00AM. :D

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Ok. Got up on time. See you in a few hours.
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Sandy, Norm, Sue, Archie, Jay, Bob and I had a great day with plenty of texture to keep things lively going through Woods Hole.

Thanks to all for a great day!

Enjoy the rest of the weekend.
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I won't be able to go, FYI.
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