[Paddlewise] Folding Kayak Day, April 29th, Downtown Boathouse NYC

FOLDING KAYAK DAY, SATURDAY, APRIL 29TH, 9:30 AM TO 2 PM
DOWNTOWN BOATHOUSE NYC, LOWER MANHATTAN

--Already have a folding kayak and want to learn more about using it and
see the latest developments?

--Are you a hardshell kayaker or new to the sport and want to know about
boats that are great for travel and meet the needs of urban dwellers who
lack storage space?

If yes to these questions, then come to the Folding Kayak Day at the
Downtown Boathouse on Saturday, April 29th from 9:30 AM to 2 PM.  The
event offers informative discussions in the morning followed by a chance
for an on-the-water demo in the early afternoon.  Participants are being
asked to make a $10 contribution to the Downtown Boathouse to help
further its efforts for public small boat access.

I will be the principal speaker/catalyst and Randy Henriksen of the New
York Kayak Company, which is co-sponsoring and coordinating the event,
will share his extensive knowledge with us.  Also I expect folding kayak
enthusiasts will chip in with their experiences during the day.

Details of the program:

*  Insights.  We start with this overview at around 9:30 AM discussing
this special breed of vessel that has been around for decades with a
phenomenal track record of accomplishments.  Even if you feel you know a
lot of this already, I think you will gain some useful insights.

*  A Walkabout About The Boats.  This will lead you on a discussion tour
of a number of different models that will be on display pointing out
features and nuances of each.  Things like how they are constructed and
why manufacturers differ in their approach to assembly, frame parts and
materials.

*  Living With and Enjoying A Folding Kayak. This in-depth look will
include assembly tips, preparing for air travel, stowing camping gear,
practical modifications, useful and necessary accessories, off season
storage, getting ready for the season, etc.  This is bread and butter
stuff that will help anyone who owns a folding kayak or is thinking of
getting one.

*  On-Water Demos.  A caution.  Although it will be late April, our
local waters are still dangerously cold then.  Anyone who wants to demo
a boat in the embayment will need to have his or her own cold-water
protection garment.  You may be able to switch off with some people who
have such gear and some odd ends of cold water clothing may be around. 
But we cannot promise you anything will be available and so come
prepared.  You can use Boathouse PFDs and paddles.  NY Kayak Company
staff will supervise and act as safety support for the demos, which will
end at around 2:00 PM.

Directions to the Boathouse and information on what it is doing for the
community are at www.downtownboathouse.org.  Most parking rules for
nearby streets are eased on Saturdays, but do look carefully at the
signs.

hope to see you there,

ralph diaz
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Ralph Diaz . . . Folding Kayaker newsletter
PO Box 0754, New York, NY 10024
Tel: 212-724-5069; E-mail: rdiaz_at_ix.netcom.com
"Where's your sea kayak?"----"It's in the bag."
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