Re: [Paddlewise] Who We Are

Thanks, Dave, for starting an interesting and community-building thread.

I paddle a black and white Necky Arluk 1.8, and have had that beautful boat
for 5 years now. Been paddling for about 9 years. I'm 52 for a few more
days. I don't paddle much in the winter but run in or out, or row
indoors,do aerobics to sayin shape.

I can't roll. Yet.  Maybe never. I avoid gnarly water and silly conditions
whenever I can or whenever I have the smarts to check out developing
conditions.
I have had some interesting times, nevertheless.

I can do a paddle float self rescue and some assisted rescues. I need to
practice these more often.

There are endless areas to explore around Victoria where I live off the
west coast of Canada. The farthest north I've been paddling  is Telegraph
Cove up by Port McNeill, Port Hardy.  There are many appealing day paddles
to be found after  a half hour drive to local put ins.

I love kayak camping. I'm afraid of surf. Fuelled by chocolate covered
espresso coffee beans.

I teach children wih special needs and unless I'm going to school myself, I
get a good (unpaid) summer break.

My last big trip was to Nootka Sound two summers ago.

Diane McNally, O.F.,  Victoria, BC




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