Scott and All, Scott, thanks for the trip report! We actually had 23 paddlers (my headcount), and I was really happy with the number that turned out. With the email and calls I received, I was expecting about 20-30. Some people may have concerns about the large number of paddlers, but for a little social coastal paddle, I don't worry about it. There were plenty of experienced people, like Scott, Jim Gabriel and others, to help out. With no fog in the forecast and the calm conditions, I wasn't worried about the group spreading out a bit either. People really don't want to be "Hitlered" on a paddle. Like Scott said, the surf was dinky. When Jim and I arrived, we didn't think hardly anyone was going to capsize. Even though I know that usually about half the people who show up for an intermediate paddle are really beginners with a little experience, I was really shocked to see how many people swam. About a quarter swam on the launch, and a third on the landing. Of course, I, and some others, really enjoyed watching the mini carnage. It makes hosting paddles like this worth the effort. Besides, those beginners gained some valuable wet exit practice. In January I'll be hosting a forward stroke clinic, and in February, a whale watching paddle. See <A HREF="http://hometown.aol.com/pirateseakayaker/cal.html">Calendar</A> . Because the summer is my tripping season, it is in the winter that I host stuff for the clubs. Duane *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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