Re: [Paddlewise] Maine Symposium

From: John Fereira <jaf30_at_cornell.edu>
Date: Tue, 09 Jun 2009 06:31:21 -0400
skimmer wrote:
> Hi Kirk,
> Your review reminds me of the good old days when our sea 
> kayakers used to go to the Castine kayak symposium, and then 
> paddle the Maine coast for some days after the symposium.

Yes, thanks for the reminder.  I attended the Castine kayak symposium in 
1998 and 1999. The first year I took a two hour class with Derek 
Hutchinson where I learned how to brace.  It made a huge impact on my 
skill level.  The next year I took a class with Chris Duff which focused 
on an efficient forward stroke.  Again, my skills improved significantly.

But, the Saturday night lobster dinner was something I'll always remember.

I'm going to be just across the bay (in Owls Head) for a weeks vacation 
at the end of the month.  We may head over to Castine for a day trip.
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