Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
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Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Greetings All,
It's time to announce the first Skills Night for the 2011 season.
Thursday May 5th. will be our official kick off for the seasons skills sessions.
This is still early in the season, and dressing for cold water immersion is essential. Wetsuits, and or preferrably dry suits are mandatory. Dress appropriatly, you'll be more comfortable, warmer and most importantly, you'll enjoy yourself a whole lot more.
Another personal comfort recommendation, bring nose plugs and or goggles for your wet practices, you'll be glad you did.
The bi weekly plan is to arrive by 6:00 PM (during April and into May 5:00 PM), and play-practice till dusk , or until you can't stand emptying the boat again. Last year, many consistently were able to start around 5:00PM throughout the season to enjoy more daylight and warmer temps .
Where this is the first skills session of the season, plan on bringing appropiate cool water attire, until the water temperatures are more comfortable.
These sessions are very informal, and lot of fun. We practice number of skills, from a first wet exit, basic paddle strokes, to rolling your kayak. People come whenever they want, work on whatever they want, either in groups or alone. We are fortunate to have an increasing number of very skilled paddlers always willing to help out other folks with new skills or just spotting each other.
Last years skill session participation was great and our hope this season will be too!
The location to start this year will be at Camp Kiwanee in Hanson.
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Camp+Kiwanee,+Hanson,+MA&aq=0&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=57.118084,135.263672&ie=UTF8&hq=Camp+Kiwanee,+Hanson,+MA&hnear=Camp+Kiwanee,+Hanson,+Massachusetts+02341&z=15
We're looking forward to meeting many of the recently joined members, and look forward to seeing you on the water.
It's time to announce the first Skills Night for the 2011 season.
Thursday May 5th. will be our official kick off for the seasons skills sessions.
This is still early in the season, and dressing for cold water immersion is essential. Wetsuits, and or preferrably dry suits are mandatory. Dress appropriatly, you'll be more comfortable, warmer and most importantly, you'll enjoy yourself a whole lot more.
Another personal comfort recommendation, bring nose plugs and or goggles for your wet practices, you'll be glad you did.
The bi weekly plan is to arrive by 6:00 PM (during April and into May 5:00 PM), and play-practice till dusk , or until you can't stand emptying the boat again. Last year, many consistently were able to start around 5:00PM throughout the season to enjoy more daylight and warmer temps .
Where this is the first skills session of the season, plan on bringing appropiate cool water attire, until the water temperatures are more comfortable.
These sessions are very informal, and lot of fun. We practice number of skills, from a first wet exit, basic paddle strokes, to rolling your kayak. People come whenever they want, work on whatever they want, either in groups or alone. We are fortunate to have an increasing number of very skilled paddlers always willing to help out other folks with new skills or just spotting each other.
Last years skill session participation was great and our hope this season will be too!
The location to start this year will be at Camp Kiwanee in Hanson.
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Camp+Kiwanee,+Hanson,+MA&aq=0&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=57.118084,135.263672&ie=UTF8&hq=Camp+Kiwanee,+Hanson,+MA&hnear=Camp+Kiwanee,+Hanson,+Massachusetts+02341&z=15
We're looking forward to meeting many of the recently joined members, and look forward to seeing you on the water.
Paddle with a big smile, its contagious
Jordan
Jordan
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
The water temperature at Camp Kiwanee yesterday (4-27) was 62 degrees.
I'm sure some rain is scheduled for next thursday also.
I'm sure some rain is scheduled for next thursday also.
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Old Town Nantucket
Old Town Nantucket
- kayakerjnj
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Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Hope to add a few more BTU's between now and then.
Think Sun!
Think Sun!
Paddle with a big smile, its contagious
Jordan
Jordan
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Just went there for a noontime roll session. I was surprised by how not-cold the water was. I didn't use gloves, but did wear dry suit and tuilik - definite overkill.
The skills are very rusty. I'm going to try to get there often and re-discover all my rolls. I hope lots of people come and help me
NK
The skills are very rusty. I'm going to try to get there often and re-discover all my rolls. I hope lots of people come and help me
NK
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Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Greetings all,
I won't be able to go play in Hanson tomorrow due to work commitments - travel to CT for the day.
Please take advantage of the early season and get your practice in, I'm sure some other die hards will be there to play and offer some training.
Have fun!
I won't be able to go play in Hanson tomorrow due to work commitments - travel to CT for the day.
Please take advantage of the early season and get your practice in, I'm sure some other die hards will be there to play and offer some training.
Have fun!
Paddle with a big smile, its contagious
Jordan
Jordan
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
I will also be taking the night off from attending Hanson this week...wedding anniversary.
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Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Happy Anniversary Norm
Paddle with a big smile, its contagious
Jordan
Jordan
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Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Johnboy
It's Maquan Pond, right off route 58.
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source= ... 02341&z=15
This coming Thursday 6/2, is a Skills Session.
Cheers!
It's Maquan Pond, right off route 58.
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source= ... 02341&z=15
This coming Thursday 6/2, is a Skills Session.
Cheers!
Paddle with a big smile, its contagious
Jordan
Jordan
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Thanks Jordan, Here is my cell
# in case everyone bails, please
give me a call. 617 877 0039
thanks to all who have helped me.
# in case everyone bails, please
give me a call. 617 877 0039
thanks to all who have helped me.
Johnnyboy
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
John, this is an all-volunteer activity. There's always a chance that it might not happen, and it's a risk that you have to have to be willing to accept. If the risk is too great, you've got to decide for yourself whether it's worth it to come. Jordan can't be responsible for calling you.
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Sorry I couldn't make it to Hanson tonight. Aggravated a knee injury over the weekend and can't really stand up straight. Thought I'd give Hanson a try, but decided at the last minute that I'd rather rest it more and try for paddling on the weekend.
Jordan - does your shoulder doctor do knees?
Jordan - does your shoulder doctor do knees?
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Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Hi Norm,
We missed you. We had a stellar turnout tonight with
Chip
Pat
Tracey
Pam
Lisa
John
Skip
Ron
and Myself
We were all out playing and practicing during a breezy evening at Kiwanee.
Thanks to all for a fun evening.
We missed you. We had a stellar turnout tonight with
Chip
Pat
Tracey
Pam
Lisa
John
Skip
Ron
and Myself
We were all out playing and practicing during a breezy evening at Kiwanee.
Thanks to all for a fun evening.
Paddle with a big smile, its contagious
Jordan
Jordan
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Well, let's be honest here. TRACEY practiced rescue skills. The rest of us practiced giving advice while staying dry in our boats.
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Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
pat wrote:Well, let's be honest here. TRACEY practiced rescue skills. The rest of us practiced giving advice while staying dry in our boats.
We all have our roles ( and rolls)
Paddle with a big smile, its contagious
Jordan
Jordan
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Jordan,
You forgot to mention Nancy.
She was there, too.
You forgot to mention Nancy.
She was there, too.
Valley Aquanaut / white-on-white
P&H Delphin 150 Surf / Yellow
P&H Delphin 150 Surf / Yellow
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Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
TraceyJ wrote:Jordan,
You forgot to mention Nancy.
She was there, too.
Oops my bad, and my apologies!
Paddle with a big smile, its contagious
Jordan
Jordan
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
I just don't know any more if I'm posting in the right location, but I will be at skills tomorrow
evening after work.
Hope to see everyone there.
Tracey
evening after work.
Hope to see everyone there.
Tracey
Valley Aquanaut / white-on-white
P&H Delphin 150 Surf / Yellow
P&H Delphin 150 Surf / Yellow
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
I expect to be there, somewhere around 5:30-6. Will not be staying for PPR after. I'll be practicing rolls and then will be available to help others if anyone desires it.
NK
NK
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Won't be there tonight. Got to pack for my weekend of debauchery on the cape, I mean golf.
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Placid Boatworks Rapidfire
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
I've seen you play golf. "Debauchery" is the right word.
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
I'm planning to be there tonight. I might skip PPR this week in favor of heading home early for some sleep.
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Morning all,
I plan on being there even though I'm on call.....
What is PPR?
Donna
I plan on being there even though I'm on call.....
What is PPR?
Donna
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
specialk wrote:Morning all,
I plan on being there even though I'm on call.....
What is PPR?
Donna
Post-paddling refreshment aka dinner
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Oooooh, I see. Well as long as my phone stays quiet you can count me in.
Thanks Kate,
Donna
Thanks Kate,
Donna
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Once again work has won! Up until 4:30 I planned on attending tonight but will have to wait
until next time.
I am off call Monday morning and plan on meeting anyone who is in Hingham next Thursday.
In the mean time I will work on getting myself used to my Kayak with small trips
around home.....
Have fun
Donna
until next time.
I am off call Monday morning and plan on meeting anyone who is in Hingham next Thursday.
In the mean time I will work on getting myself used to my Kayak with small trips
around home.....
Have fun
Donna
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
nice to see some old faces & new last night. The water in the pond is warm for anyone still on the fence.
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Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Glad there was a great night to get out and play.
Missed you guys!
Missed you guys!
Paddle with a big smile, its contagious
Jordan
Jordan
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Tracy was out there hustling to learn a roll. She is one determined woman, so I am sure she'll work it out this summer. I was pleased to meet Jane who was in a skin-on-frame she'd built herself, with a greenland paddle. She peeled off several lovely greenland-style rolls. Ron was nailing one roll after another (I think it's time he got into some surfing). I met some new folks (to me) and enjoyed the company of not-new folks. Chris is always good for rolling as well as instruction. He was hammering off the on- and off-side handpaddle rolls. And I met Roy on the shore when I was loading up my boat, who wanted to join us in future. It really was a lovely evening.
I hope you can join us again soon Jordan, when you have both bionic shoulders ready.
NK
I hope you can join us again soon Jordan, when you have both bionic shoulders ready.
NK
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
It was a wonderful evening.
Great weather, warm water, and excellent company.
Sorry you had to miss it, Jordan.
Kate, I can't thank you enough for all the time
and patience you bestowed upon me last night.
You are an incredible paddler and you have the
gift to instruct. I hope to see you at the skills sessions
all the time.
Chris, you are amazing, also. Thanks for your help.
Great weather, warm water, and excellent company.
Sorry you had to miss it, Jordan.
Kate, I can't thank you enough for all the time
and patience you bestowed upon me last night.
You are an incredible paddler and you have the
gift to instruct. I hope to see you at the skills sessions
all the time.
Chris, you are amazing, also. Thanks for your help.
Valley Aquanaut / white-on-white
P&H Delphin 150 Surf / Yellow
P&H Delphin 150 Surf / Yellow
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Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
noseykate wrote:
I hope you can join us again soon Jordan, when you have both bionic shoulders ready.
NK
Hi Kate et al,
I've got my entire staff working on getting myself into paddling and rolling shape ASAP. More than likely it will be 12-16 weeks before I'm cleared to swing a paddle.
In the mean time I'll be watching the fun from the shore / boat ramp - dock.
Keep practicing and playing everyone, there's so many wonderfully skilled people that are there, that you can learn from and have fun with.
Enjoy the season!!
Paddle with a big smile, its contagious
Jordan
Jordan
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
kayakerjnj wrote:
In the mean time I'll be watching the fun from the shore / boat ramp - dock.
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Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Now I just need a canvas chair LOL
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Jordan
Jordan
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Are the Thursday Night sessions still on?? Who's leading/instructing ?? Still in Hanson?? Thanks Gif
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Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Hi Gif,
Yes, they're still on this season. Usually, I've been anchoring them, but this season I've only been able to watch with a shoulder still on the mend. There are several regulars in addition to Kate and Chris who help those who are looking to expand their repertoire of paddling and rescue skills.
It's a lot of fun, and you would be a welcomed additions to sessions.
I believe the next scheduled evening is August 11th unless the Hingham Tide Timing requires us to change up to avoid a Thursday evening with a dead low tide during the paddle.
It's still in Hanson / Camp Kiwanee
Hope to see you soon.
Yes, they're still on this season. Usually, I've been anchoring them, but this season I've only been able to watch with a shoulder still on the mend. There are several regulars in addition to Kate and Chris who help those who are looking to expand their repertoire of paddling and rescue skills.
It's a lot of fun, and you would be a welcomed additions to sessions.
I believe the next scheduled evening is August 11th unless the Hingham Tide Timing requires us to change up to avoid a Thursday evening with a dead low tide during the paddle.
It's still in Hanson / Camp Kiwanee
Hope to see you soon.
Paddle with a big smile, its contagious
Jordan
Jordan
Re: Thursday Night Skills Sessions 2011
Thanks Jordan. It's a bit of a trip for me from down here on the Cape. Drove up there last fall and only one person was there, so no go. I'll plan on August 11th. Got a new boat and have to learn some tricks. Tks ... Gif