Turkeys Do the Wave 7/9
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Turkeys Do the Wave 7/9
There is some interest in a gathering at the Cohasset Wave on Wednesday evening July 9th for "park and play" in the rip next to Border St, followed by BBQ and steamers in the parking lot after. This is an annual summer ritual for Wave regulars, which will probably be repeated again later in the summer.
The Cohasset Wave is primarily a whitewater boat play spot, but can be fun in a sea kayak as well. There is also great viewing of all the action from the street/bridge and the rocks around the rip, so non-paddling friends/spouses can enjoy the evening there as well.
The current starts to run in usually about 3 hours before high tide and the wave peaks about an hour later. If you are new to this spot or want to warm up before the current gets cranking, plan to be on the water by 6PM on the 9th.
We usually unload boats in and launch from the parking lot next to the Harbor Master's shack on Border Street, then park vehicles on Border St. (A very short walk.)
I will bring my grill and some burgers. Dave (Briggsy) has offered to bring steamers. (BYOB)
If interested, please post here and mention if you want to join us for the BBQ after/what you can bring.
WW newbies welcome. This is a great learning spot and we will have experienced WW boaters there to coach and assist with rescues, if needed.
The Cohasset Wave is primarily a whitewater boat play spot, but can be fun in a sea kayak as well. There is also great viewing of all the action from the street/bridge and the rocks around the rip, so non-paddling friends/spouses can enjoy the evening there as well.
The current starts to run in usually about 3 hours before high tide and the wave peaks about an hour later. If you are new to this spot or want to warm up before the current gets cranking, plan to be on the water by 6PM on the 9th.
We usually unload boats in and launch from the parking lot next to the Harbor Master's shack on Border Street, then park vehicles on Border St. (A very short walk.)
I will bring my grill and some burgers. Dave (Briggsy) has offered to bring steamers. (BYOB)
If interested, please post here and mention if you want to join us for the BBQ after/what you can bring.
WW newbies welcome. This is a great learning spot and we will have experienced WW boaters there to coach and assist with rescues, if needed.
Re: Turkeys Do the Wave 7/9
Mark,
It is on my calendar. I'll be there if I am not traveling for work.
It is on my calendar. I'll be there if I am not traveling for work.
KR
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I'm going to try to make it also if I can get free of my other Wednesday commitment for a day.
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Bring a camp chair for after if you have one.
I will bring some snausage/brats
I will bring some snausage/brats
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I'll be there, with steamers,stove(s), pot(s) etc.
If the weather is good I might do a day paddle in that area and end up at Cohasset.
Briggsy
If the weather is good I might do a day paddle in that area and end up at Cohasset.
Briggsy
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Will see if I can make it down for this...
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Johnysmoke wrote:Will see if I can make it down for this...
Bring the fam, John
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This sounds interesting I will try to make.My Necky Rip is a little long for that wave but what the hell
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Mark G wrote:This sounds interesting I will try to make.My Necky Rip is a little long for that wave but what the hell
Hey Mark. I hope you can make it. I learned at the Rip in my Rip. It can be done!
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One very important reminder that I forgot to mention. Please wear a helmet.
While the odds of hitting your head on anything under water are very low, the biggest risk when you get a bunch of boats into a small play spot is getting whcked in the head with somebody's paddle.
While the odds of hitting your head on anything under water are very low, the biggest risk when you get a bunch of boats into a small play spot is getting whcked in the head with somebody's paddle.
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I'm planning on joining you annd will make potato salad and coleslaw for the BBQ
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How many people want some steamers ??
Briggsy
Briggsy
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Briggsy wrote:How many people want some steamers ??
Briggsy
Yes, please!
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I'd like just a couple as appetizers, thanks.
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No thanks on the steamers, more for Mark!
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Just a reminder that this is not a catered event. Unless you are a mosquito.
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I'm up for steamers. Can bring an extra grill if necessary.
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I will not be able to make it to the wave after all this time.
Norm
Norm
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If the weather is good I might do a day paddle in that area and end up at Cohasset.
Briggsy[/quote]
Dave, are you planning to go out for a paddle first?
Briggsy[/quote]
Dave, are you planning to go out for a paddle first?
KR
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Does anyone have a WW paddle that I can borrow?
I will have Norwaylady's boat but I do not have access to a paddle
I will have Norwaylady's boat but I do not have access to a paddle
KR
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Ken R wrote:Does anyone have a WW paddle that I can borrow?
I will have Norwaylady's boat but I do not have access to a paddle
I will bring one
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WAVE UPDATE: I was at the wave tonight and it is in great shape on this week's tides. But it is starting early. If you want to get in some warmup time before the current gets going, plan to be in the water before 6:00 tomorrow if possible. It picks up fast.
Greenheads are here. A splash top is recommended.
Should be a great wave tomorrow night!
Greenheads are here. A splash top is recommended.
Should be a great wave tomorrow night!
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Unfortunately I had a work issue come up at the very last minute and I am stuck at my desk for a few hours so I won't make it to the water tonight but may do a drive-by.
KR
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Drop by for a burger and beer after. It looks like we will have plenty.