Explore North Coast

There are a myriad of skills to practice, and this paddle will focus on what the participants are most interested in. If nobody want to practice anything, we'll just head up Maple Creek.
Remember there is a $5/vehicle parking fee at the park. 
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This paddle is suitable for most water craft, as long as it has bulkheads and/or flotation.
Since we'll be practicing stuff we're not great at, we might be swimming! So wet or dry suit recommended.  Also bring any gear or props you may want or need to practice the skill you want to work on.
Bring water and lunch. We can picnic at the park, on the beach, or somewhere up Maple Creek.

We will follow the gentle tide across the bay and up Elk River, and then ride the tide back out. There should be lots of pelagic birds to spot, and maybe some otters. There may be surfing opportunities on the return trip at the Coast Guard rip. We can have lunch (byo) on the beach afterwards and enjoy the bay view, fly kites, build sand castles, etc.
 
This is a tide-dependant paddle, so be prepared to LAUNCH from the Samoa Beach County Park at 9 AM. We'll be on the water for 3 or 4 hours, so bring what you'll need to stay comfortable and hydrated.
 
Suitable for all watercraft that have bulkheads or flotation.  Immersion gear is not required, but recommended; comfortable layered synthetic clothing and splash tops will be okay, but have a change of clothing in a dry bag in case of unexpected swim. Life jackets required.
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Questions? Contact Georgianna at [email protected]