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by gifallen
Mon Jan 07, 2013 9:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Harbor Island Off Season Photo Contest
Replies: 14
Views: 17515

Re: Harbor Island Off Season Photo Contest

Don't forget about the "gasp reflex" which occurs when the body is suddenly immersed in water. The water doesn't have to be that cold; however, the colder usually the greater the shock. Opinions seem to differ as to how to prevent or lessen the shock, but wearing full hood does help lessen...
by gifallen
Sun Dec 30, 2012 11:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 2013 Planning
Replies: 14
Views: 15009

Re: 2013 Planning

How about camping on Hilton Head Island? :lol:
by gifallen
Sun Dec 09, 2012 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday Norm
Replies: 9
Views: 12012

Re: Happy Birthday Norm

Happy B-Day, Norm.
by gifallen
Tue Oct 23, 2012 9:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cold Water Clinic Results?
Replies: 13
Views: 13601

Re: Cold Water Clinic Results?

Hi Norm, We have an AMC paddle tomorrow down in Padanarum. Here's the info. Be there by 10:00 The paddle on Wednesday October 24 will be at Pandanarum Harbor and Dike Creek, Dartmouth Put-in: I-195 Exit 13S, Rt 140, R on Rt 6, L Slocum Rd., L at stop sign(Elm St) to Bridge St. R over bridge L on Smi...
by gifallen
Wed Oct 17, 2012 5:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hingham, Thursday Night, 10/18/2012, 4:00pm
Replies: 15
Views: 15021

Re: Hingham, Thursday Night, 10/18/2012, 4:00pm

Norm, What is the Lat/Long of the put-in, or the address. I might drive up to join you. Gif
by gifallen
Sat Oct 13, 2012 12:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Derek Hutchinson
Replies: 4
Views: 6778

Re: Derek Hutchinson

Thanks Norm for the info on Hutchinson. I bought a Gulfstream (Hutchinson's favorite design) back in 2001. With the purchase came an invitation to attend one of Derek's clinics. I took his paddle/stroke clinic that spring. Unfortunately for me, I had removed the Mermaid/Dolphin decals on the bow of ...
by gifallen
Thu Sep 20, 2012 7:20 pm
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Multi-Level paddle with picnic/cook out Sept 22 rain date 29
Replies: 34
Views: 53695

Re: Multi-Level paddle with picnic/cook out Sept 22 rain dat

Didn't get any info on the snipers posted at the Naval Station. Sorry Ken, but I will have to back out on this one.

Have fun and hope the weather holds. Gif
by gifallen
Sun Sep 16, 2012 8:53 pm
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Multi-Level paddle with picnic/cook out Sept 22 rain date 29
Replies: 34
Views: 53695

Re: Multi-Level paddle with picnic/cook out Sept 22 rain dat

I've emailed a friend who works at the Naval Station for more info.
by gifallen
Sun Sep 16, 2012 4:33 pm
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Multi-Level paddle with picnic/cook out Sept 22 rain date 29
Replies: 34
Views: 53695

Re: Multi-Level paddle with picnic/cook out Sept 22 rain dat

Hi Ken, you can put me down for the distance paddle. Please check out the Naval Station's restrictions on paddling in their area north of the Newport Bridge. Last year they had signs posting area restrictions, and they seem very sensitive to intruders.
by gifallen
Sat Sep 08, 2012 10:33 pm
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Taunton River at Fall River: Saturday, 9/8/12 9:00am Arrival
Replies: 11
Views: 17421

Re: Taunton River at Fall River: Saturday, 9/8/12 9:00am Arr

Good paddle Norm ... a real "BB" ! Thanks for the planning. Really, all that for a 40 ton rock, and it was locked up !

Gif
by gifallen
Fri Sep 07, 2012 4:57 pm
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Taunton River at Fall River: Saturday, 9/8/12 9:00am Arrival
Replies: 11
Views: 17421

Re: Taunton River at Fall River: Saturday, 9/8/12 9:00am Arr

Hi Norm, I'll join you. I paddled the Taunton River about a month ago. My put-in was the ramp in Hathaway Park, Assonet. However, this ramp is mud at low tide. Not even approachable.

There are not many places to put into if there's a T-storm.

See you in the AM

Gif
by gifallen
Wed Sep 05, 2012 3:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 13 ft great white washes up in westport/lil compton
Replies: 7
Views: 9096

Re: 13 ft great white washes up in westport/lil compton

Cannot open the attachments. There's a Blue Boxed "?" .
by gifallen
Wed Aug 29, 2012 8:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy 50th Nelson!!!!
Replies: 19
Views: 20506

Re: Happy 50th Nelson!!!!

What happens in Maine, stays in Maine.
by gifallen
Wed Aug 29, 2012 8:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy 50th Nelson!!!!
Replies: 19
Views: 20506

Re: Happy 50th Nelson!!!!

Jordan, if you're 49 then you are in your 50th year. See it does get better. You may even be eligible for AARP membership.
by gifallen
Mon Aug 27, 2012 11:02 pm
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Blue Moon Sunset/Moonrie Paddle Brown's Bank, Plymth Sat 9/1
Replies: 22
Views: 29734

Re: Blue Moon Sunset/Moonrie Paddle Brown's Bank, Plymth Sat

I'm sorry, but I am not familiar with the area, Where's Brown's Bank? Is low tide a good time to be anywhere in Plymouth Harbor? Gif
by gifallen
Mon Aug 20, 2012 12:57 pm
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Westport, Weds 22nd August
Replies: 13
Views: 16482

Re: Westport, Weds 22nd August

I'll be paddling out from Damerest State Park towards Allens Pond. This is an AMC paddle. I've been told that Gooseberry Neck parking is somewhat limited and can fill up fast on a nice summer day.

Have fun. I'll be in my Delphin to see how well it surfs into Allens Pond, if there's any surf.
by gifallen
Fri Aug 17, 2012 9:06 am
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: August 18, 2012: Gray's Beach to Sesuit Harbor
Replies: 5
Views: 8840

Re: August 18, 2012: Gray's Beach to Sesuit Harbor

Put-in changed to Damerest Lloyd State Park. Launch time 9:30 AM
by gifallen
Fri Aug 17, 2012 7:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Change in Paddle Venue from Grays Beach to Damerest Lloyd Pk
Replies: 1
Views: 3828

Change in Paddle Venue from Grays Beach to Damerest Lloyd Pk

Hi Folks, Due to the traffic predictions, shark sightings, and other problems, I am changing the paddle plan to launching from Damerest Lloyd State Park (41º 31.691N 70º 58.836W) in Dartmouth, MA. From the put-in we will proceed north around Smith Neck and along the shore as time allows. I have neve...
by gifallen
Fri Aug 17, 2012 7:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Change in Paddle Venue from Grays Beach to Damerest Lloyd Pk
Replies: 0
Views: 5002

Change in Paddle Venue from Grays Beach to Damerest Lloyd Pk

Hi Folks, Due to the traffic predictions, shark sightings, and other problems, I am changing the paddle plan to launching from Damerest Lloyd State Park (41º 31.691N 70º 58.836W) in Dartmouth, MA. From the put-in we will proceed north around Smith Neck and along the shore as time allows. I have neve...
by gifallen
Wed Aug 15, 2012 7:28 am
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: August 18, 2012: Gray's Beach to Sesuit Harbor
Replies: 5
Views: 8840

Re: August 18, 2012: Gray's Beach to Sesuit Harbor

It's in Yarmouth. You take the mid-Cape to exit 8, Union Street. Go north on Union Street to the end, which is 6A. Go left and then an immediate right onto Old Church Street which later joins Center Street. Stay on Center Street to the end (follow the signs to the beach). Again, this is an open ocea...
by gifallen
Fri Aug 03, 2012 5:45 pm
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: August 18, 2012: Gray's Beach to Sesuit Harbor
Replies: 5
Views: 8840

August 18, 2012: Gray's Beach to Sesuit Harbor

Launch at 10:00 AM from Gray's Beach (41º 43.383 N 70º 14.135 W ), Yarmouth, and paddle out the entrance of Chase Garden Creek (strong currents), around Chapin Memorial Beach, and then east along the shore to Sesuit Harbor for lunch. Distance one way of about 6-7 miles. From Chapin Beach to Sesuit C...
by gifallen
Fri Aug 03, 2012 8:41 am
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Weekpecket Islands Saturday 8/4 ON Again Arrive 10AM
Replies: 22
Views: 22428

Re: Weekpecket Islands Saturday 8/4 ON Again

I would join you, but I have to lead an AMC paddle from Monks Cove to Bassets Island. Hey Norm, does that sound familiar !!!
by gifallen
Thu Aug 02, 2012 11:52 am
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Weekpecket Islands Saturday 8/4 ON Again Arrive 10AM
Replies: 22
Views: 22428

Re: Weekpecket Islands Saturday 8/4 (postponed due to PMC 20

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
by gifallen
Thu Aug 02, 2012 11:16 am
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Weekpecket Islands Saturday 8/4 ON Again Arrive 10AM
Replies: 22
Views: 22428

Re: Weekpecket Islands Saturday 8/4

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.
by gifallen
Thu Jul 26, 2012 4:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hingham- July 26th 2012
Replies: 26
Views: 25057

Re: Hingham- July 26th 2012

Hey, did you guys say you were going to Washburn Island????
by gifallen
Thu Jul 26, 2012 10:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hingham- July 26th 2012
Replies: 26
Views: 25057

Re: Hingham- July 26th 2012

Re: your GPS devices. While paddling in the keys, it is very easy to get lost in the mangrove jungles. I mean this can be a serious thing. I put in "way points" for known locations, exit routes, and rest areas. Then you can use the "GO TO" page to lead you to your destination. I ...
by gifallen
Fri Jul 20, 2012 7:24 am
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Neds Point to West Island Saturday 7/21
Replies: 3
Views: 6925

Re: Neds Point to West Island Saturday 7/21

Bob, I'm leading a SEM/AMC paddle 7/25 from Neds Point to either West Island or Haskell Island. If you don't go Saturday, you (and anyone else) can join me Wednesday. Open ocean and wet exit skills are required.
by gifallen
Thu Jul 19, 2012 2:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anybody out Kayaking Yesterday?
Replies: 3
Views: 4487

Re: Anybody out Kayaking Yesterday?

Yep, we were down on the west branch of the Westport River. Got in and loaded up just before we got it. Heavy wind for just a brief time. Lots of sky to ground lightening. Arrived home to no electricity.
by gifallen
Wed Jul 18, 2012 8:09 am
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Wednesday, July 18, 2012 West Branch of the Westport River
Replies: 6
Views: 8790

Re: Wednesday, July 18, 2012 West Branch of the Westport Ri

OK, maybe next time. Thanks for letting me know :(
by gifallen
Sun Jul 15, 2012 10:22 pm
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Wednesday, July 18, 2012 West Branch of the Westport River
Replies: 6
Views: 8790

Wednesday, July 18, 2012 West Branch of the Westport River

The SEM/AMC, hosted by Haven Roosevelt, is paddling the West Branch of the Westport River this Wednesday. Launch time is promptly at 10:30 AM. This is classified as a level 3 paddle, ie: wet exit skills, assisted rescue skill, 12 plus miles, etc. Directions: I 195 to R88S, R at Light on Hix Bridge, ...
by gifallen
Sat Jul 14, 2012 10:13 pm
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Boston Harbor Outer Islands Saturday 7/14
Replies: 12
Views: 16701

Re: Boston Harbor Outer Islands Saturday 7/14

Great trip Bob. Who's your connection for the good weather? Thanks Gif
by gifallen
Fri Jul 13, 2012 2:57 pm
Forum: Past Trips
Topic: Boston Harbor Outer Islands Saturday 7/14
Replies: 12
Views: 16701

Re: Boston Harbor Outer Islands Saturday 7/14

Geeeez Bob, Warm up the water, I'll be up there too.

Gif
by gifallen
Tue Jul 10, 2012 12:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Monomoy chow-down is on
Replies: 16
Views: 17907

Re: The Monomoy chow-down is on

There have been several kayaks involved in so-called attacks. They were all fishing kayaks. Fishing kayaks have scuppers which drain off seawater from the deck. That deck has been used as a cutting board, so all the fish blood, guts, etc drain off thru the scuppers. The shark is seeking out the sour...
by gifallen
Sat Jul 07, 2012 10:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Slocums River to Allens Pond - Saturday, July 7th - 9:00am
Replies: 20
Views: 21840

Re: Slocums River to Allens Pond - Saturday, July 7th - 9:00

Norm, SEM/AMC is doing Allens Pond 8/22. We're leaving from Damarest Llyod park. We could probably get you and Bea (with helmet) in free.
by gifallen
Sat Jul 07, 2012 9:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kayak tow lines
Replies: 6
Views: 8360

Re: Kayak tow lines

I made my own, lot cheaper.