Re: [Paddlewise] Paddling in HOT conditions.

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----- Original Message -----
From: "Andy Johnson" <carljohn_at_usc.edu>
To: "Richard G. Mitchell, Jr." <mitchelr_at_ucs.orst.edu>;
<paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net>
Sent: Saturday, April 01, 2000 2:28 PM
Subject: RE: [Paddlewise] Paddling in HOT conditions.


> Richard,
>
> Watch out for El Negro. These hot, dry winds come out of nowhere, quite
> unexpected. Late last summer we were paddling among the islands off of
Bahia
> de Los Angeles and were hit by ferocious headwinds as we approached land.
We
> altered our route to get in the lee of a barrier reef and pulled up just
as
> some of the group was on the verge of total exhaustion. Last week some
> marine biologist were killed when their motorboat capsized under similar
> conditions. Main thing is to be aware of the possibilities, paddle in open
> water when this is less likely to happen (morning, I think), and have
> contingency plans, e.g., an acceptable landing point downwind. Also a good
> idea to arrange with a local boatsman to come looking after some appointed
> time. Another thing, take plenty of water to allow you to lie low for 2-3
> days if the winds don't abate. And allow for lots of water. It is very hot
> and dry down there. The conditions can be extremely harsh; not for
> everybody. I loved it though. The pristine beauty and sea life are
> indescribable.
>
> Andy



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