I haven't been to Onset this year and I've never explored Buttermilk Bay. Tides are fairly favorable for a day long paddle. I'm thinking about 14 to 18 miles of puttering around the area. Tide is high at 2:08pm. The launch spot is Riverside Beach, a spot I learned about from the AMC. An address that gets you close is 41 Riverside Drive, Onset, MA. Arrive at 9:00am for a 9:30am launch.
Here is a Google Maps link to the launch spot: https://maps.google.com/maps?q=41+riverside+drive,+onset,+ma&hl=en&sll=42.036922,-71.683501&sspn=2.366275,4.938354&t=h&hnear=41+Riverside+Dr,+Buzzards+Bay,+Massachusetts+02532&z=16
Here is a picture of some of the areas I'd like to explore:
Wet exit/Rescue skills are required.
Cold water clothing may be a good idea.
I would recommend at least a 15 foot boat with front and rear bulkheads and spray skirt.
Ability to paddle 14 - 18 miles.
Bring a lunch, snacks, water and sunscreen.
Please reply if you plan to attend.
Norm
Onset + Buttermilk - Saturday - 10/27 - 9:00am Arrival
Moderator: Chip
Re: Onset + Buttermilk - Saturday - 10/27 - 9:00am Arrival
Hi Norm,
My wife and I grew up in that area and have launched from Onset several times this year. Here are 3 good launch sites that you are probably aware of:
N41 44 16.52 W70 39 51.49 Shell point. S/be plenty of parking this time of year. Easy carry from parking lot to water.
N41 44 54.17 W70 39 20.26 Dummy Bridge. Near the area you are proposing. Parking for approximately 10-12 cars and you can back right down to the water.
N41 45 01.15 W70 39 10.65 50 yards down from the area you posted but allows for more cars.
Dave
My wife and I grew up in that area and have launched from Onset several times this year. Here are 3 good launch sites that you are probably aware of:
N41 44 16.52 W70 39 51.49 Shell point. S/be plenty of parking this time of year. Easy carry from parking lot to water.
N41 44 54.17 W70 39 20.26 Dummy Bridge. Near the area you are proposing. Parking for approximately 10-12 cars and you can back right down to the water.
N41 45 01.15 W70 39 10.65 50 yards down from the area you posted but allows for more cars.
Dave
Re: Onset + Buttermilk - Saturday - 10/27 - 9:00am Arrival
Norn,
Kit and I paddle there more than we do in Plymouth!
I'm not able to join but here are the places I've launched
Kit and I paddle there more than we do in Plymouth!
I'm not able to join but here are the places I've launched
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Re: Onset + Buttermilk - Saturday - 10/27 - 9:00am Arrival
Hey Norm
I am up for it but Steve is iffy. We will know tomorrow morning if he can go.
The weather definitely looks better for Saturday then Sunday. Warmer and less windy.
Abby
I am up for it but Steve is iffy. We will know tomorrow morning if he can go.
The weather definitely looks better for Saturday then Sunday. Warmer and less windy.
Abby
Abby
Maelström Vitäl 166
Zegul Greenland
Steve
Maelström Vaåg 174
Maelström Vitäl 166
Zegul Greenland
Steve
Maelström Vaåg 174
Re: Onset + Buttermilk - Saturday - 10/27 - 9:00am Arrival
Azane wrote:Hey Norm
I am up for it but Steve is iffy. We will know tomorrow morning if he can go.
The weather definitely looks better for Saturday then Sunday. Warmer and less windy.
Abby
I hope you can both make it. We can take it easy and don't have to do all the miles I've listed if you don't want to. Hopefully it will be a nice easy day.
We can even start later if you want to and you get this message in time. Just send a reply or give me a call.
Norm
Re: Onset + Buttermilk - Saturday - 10/27 - 9:00am Arrival
Thanks Norm for a lovely trip today.
Odd old abandoned building, rock monster and vultures were certainly a seasonal experience!
Steve sends his *cough, sniff* best.
I hope you have a good paddle tomorrow.
Abby
Odd old abandoned building, rock monster and vultures were certainly a seasonal experience!
Steve sends his *cough, sniff* best.
I hope you have a good paddle tomorrow.
Abby
Abby
Maelström Vitäl 166
Zegul Greenland
Steve
Maelström Vaåg 174
Maelström Vitäl 166
Zegul Greenland
Steve
Maelström Vaåg 174
Re: Onset + Buttermilk - Saturday - 10/27 - 9:00am Arrival
Thanks for joining me today Abby. I might have been tempted to go alone if you decided not to come. That's probably not too smart this time of year...but I never said I was smart...
Here are a few pictures of the items you mentioned.
Abandoned, odd building:
Rock Monster:
Turkey Vulture:
Google Earth track of trip:
Here are a few pictures of the items you mentioned.
Abandoned, odd building:
Rock Monster:
Turkey Vulture:
Google Earth track of trip: