Wild Turkey Paddlers

Johnysmoke

Hi,
I'm in the market for a new boat, the Cetus is on my short list, and was wondering if anyone has a Cetus HV I could try out?
Thanks,
John M

Johnysmoke

I don't know the specifics, but apparently it's back open for camping for the season.

Johnysmoke

That sounds like an epic paddle around Isle Su Haut. It's kind of eerie out on that exposed side even on a bright sunny day. I remember getting one of the best kayak packing lessons ever on that boat "ramp." After packing every conceivable square inch of space in the kayaks, convincing our...

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I also can't see anyone willing to spend that kind of money and keep it running in the current capacity. Would be great if it remained a campground of some sort, still allowed folks access to the launch, and a place to leave their cars. I always appreciated being able to take a shower before the lon...

Johnysmoke

Sad news to hear that Old Quarry is shutting down for good and the property is for sale. Had some great times and adventures up there, was really a great resource for the small boating community.

https://www.oldquarry.com/

Johnysmoke

D'oh!

Johnysmoke

http://www.rickaseakayaking.org/

ttp://www.rickaseakayaking.org/forums/index.php

Johnysmoke

About 10 years ago, when I used to talk to the rangers, they claimed they could always find a spot for kayakers. Most of the rangers I talked to stated kayakers tend to be low impact and self sufficient, so it's not a big deal to write a permit on the spot, and find a site to squeeze into. I'm not s...

Johnysmoke

Hough's neck at the maritime center. There's a restaurant called Louis's right next to the launch.

Johnysmoke

Afraid of getting wet?

Johnysmoke

I have a Seals Shocker Neoprene spray skirt, cockpit size 1.4, and waist tunnel size small. Can be picked up in Quincy or postage extra. Thanks John M

Johnysmoke

Anyone know what the parking situation is out by the gut? Are there still spots to leave a car for a long day paddle, or an overnight out to the islands?
Thanks!

Johnysmoke

Looks good to work on
https://kokatat.com/blog/developing-you ... -composure

Johnysmoke

pat wrote:And he never gets his hair wet.

He also never looks down, keeps his head up and centered, while performing most of the moves.

Johnysmoke

A few tricks for the pool.
https://youtu.be/sFrwEV7aMhc

Johnysmoke

A good videa on range lines that's been making the rounds.
https://youtu.be/zismmhVZsz8

Johnysmoke

Might be worth practicing for a group setting.

https://paddling.com/learn/eskimo-paddle-recovery/

Johnysmoke

Wish I could but going to be out of town, sounds like a great trip.

Johnysmoke

That dude has already survived a heart attack while sup surfing, think he's used up 2 of his 9 lives. He did keep his cool long enough to calmy warn a nearby surf camp to get out of the water.

Johnysmoke

Sounds like an advertisement for the aca coastal kayaking classes more than anything, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. Sometimes a class or two a season with a good instructor, can help your paddling ramp up to a new level, or show you concepts and techniques you weren't even aware of. A good...

Johnysmoke

You're welcome to borrow my Shadow, but it paddles nothing like an Explorer. I've been looking at the classifieds for a new boat and have noticed the following. There's an Explorer in the classified section here, and the seller Kevin B might be willing to rent it to, he runs m and might be able to h...

Johnysmoke

Still planning on this if anyone is interested.

Johnysmoke

Ken, maybe the week after next?

Johnysmoke

Going to postpone this until Thursday if anyone is interested.

Johnysmoke

Going over to play the outgoing current at little harbor, probably getting on the water around 10am, done by 1ish, if anyone is interested. Great spot for playing and or working on staying upright in moving water. Please respond if you're interested in going. Helmet strongly recommended.

Johnysmoke

Their Superior touring Jacket is very nice.

Johnysmoke

Doing an easy paddle out to the spit and hoping for a few small waves to play on. Will try to get on the water around noon but perhaps a few minutes later.

Johnysmoke

http://upto.com/e/CxY5O

Johnysmoke

Also wish I could get down for these but unfortunately my "schedule" isn't going to cooperate.
Great to have Doug around to share his experience and expertise.

Johnysmoke

Thanks for the write up Kate, was a fun half day on the water.
Once I get the pictures back from the photomart I'll post them up here.

Johnysmoke

See everyone at 10am!

Johnysmoke

Sorry to miss you Bea, maybe we can find time to go play in Cohasset when it warms up a bit.

Johnysmoke

Ugh, of course plans have changed for mother's day, so going to need to push this back a week, which makes it more of a morning paddle. Going to push this back a week for Sunday May 21st and meet at 10am to get on the water by 10:45ish or so.

Johnysmoke

Been wanting to try this one for awhile, need to get it in before memorial day weekend and parking restrictions. Put in at the public ramp next to Jake's seafood, park cars across the street on Nantasket. Then paddle the inside of Hull Bay, stop at Bumpkin for a strecth, paddle out of the Hull gut, ...

Johnysmoke

Need an address for the party.

Johnysmoke

Interested in the idea of a clean up, maybe can coordinate with the dcr, to get a big boat to take everything out. Also interested in the swap meet.
I think I can get out next Thursday, will bring some crackers and cheese.

Johnysmoke

Just a thought, but maybe consider posting this on nspn.org, seems they've been thinking about leadership a lot as well.

Johnysmoke

I think those things have been on "closeout" for years. Too bad there's no xls.

Johnysmoke

If people want a more a more structured session with instruction we can make that happen. I'd willing to help out a few people new to the surf zone (up to 4,) for something like an introduction to surf class, otherwise I'm picturing more of an ongoing informal session.

Johnysmoke

Anyone interested in a surf session down at the New Inlet in Scituate? There's a 7:20 am high tide, so meet around 9am to get a ride out and play/surf until maybe 1ish when we can get a ride back in.

Helmets, adequate boat and clothing required.

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