Re: [Paddlewise] Symposium water temps?

From: Steve Cramer <cramer_at_coe.uga.edu>
Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 16:12:28 -0500
MJAkayaker_at_aol.com wrote:
> 
> I am considering attending the East Coast symposium in Charleston, SC which I
> believe is middle of April.  What kind of water temp should I be expecting?
> 
> If I do not make that one I am also considering the Western Michigan
> symposium which I think is the end of May.  What can I expect there?
> 
> My "Winter" paddling gear is probably only good for about 55 degf so I have
> to be a little careful in planning my trips up north.
> 
I don't remember the water temperature in degrees, but 2 years ago I
spent an hour rolling in the Symposium pond wearing a fuzzy rubber shirt
and that was plenty. Oh, I also spent about 10 minutes swimming in the
Atlantic (not on purpose) in polypro and nylon, and didn't get chilled.

As I write this it's 71 F in Charleston. Sea temp 30 miles offshore
(nearest buoy) is 69 F.

I've been snowed on in Southern Michigan in May. Charleston in April is
warmer. :)

Steve
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