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POOR BAAAABBBBYYY!!!!!

EVERYONE HAVE A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!

Linda

#5525

From: "Ted" <metakrome@...>
Date: Sun Dec 20, 2009 4:39 pm
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] Rescue at Sea by SSAK

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Well no, I don't remember that one. And to think I left that doll staring into
the darkness while we slept in the adjoining room. I better lock the door. I
just checked on it and it has not moved. But those eyes. They keep staring at me
no matter where I go. Maybe that gull had the right idea.

--- In southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com, Kim Hoover <kim_hoover@...>
wrote:
>
> Did you happen to see an X-Files episode where some fishermen pulled
> a doll out of the ocean....
>
> On Dec 19, 2009, at 7:56 PM, Ted wrote:
>
> > On today's SSAK paddle a bit south of Ketron Island I spied a
> > vortex of flotsam. I wasn't thinking of paddling through it when a
> > gull spiraled out of the sky, landed in the stuff, and started
> > pecking vigorously. Well, now I'm curious. I paddled over thinking
> > the gull would take flight, but nooo. He just edged out my reach
> > like he was very reluctant to leave. Looking down what did I see,
> > but this poor creature (see link below). That evil gull was trying
> > to peck its poor little eyes out. So it got a ride home and maybe
> > after a transfusion and some TLC it will show a little more life.
> >
> > http://www.metakrome.com/temp/chucky.jpg
> >
> >
>

#5524

From: "Jackie" <hijackie@...>
Date: Sun Dec 20, 2009 2:19 pm
Subject: Trip report

hijackieb

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7 courageous paddlers survived the 12NM round trip journey from Nisqually Reach
to Solo Point.  We braved the drizzle, north wind, killer sea lions, and a
floating island to make this voyage.  The paddlers were Chris D, Ted, Holly,
Peter, Gerry H., Denny (the new guy) and me.  The sea lions were many and noisy.
On a couple of occasions they would group together and make very scary noises to
encourage us to stay out of their territory.  One group came after a couple
paddlers that got to close to their resting place on the barge.  We say an angry
eagle go after a seagull.  That was an interesting chase but the eagle didn't
get revenge.  The tide was so high that the beach was nonexistent when we put
in.  The delta looked different because the tide came up to the top of the land.
It was nice to paddle with such valiant and brave paddlers.  And as you know Ted
risked life and limb to save a dying victim.  It was a great day.   Jackie

#5523

From: Chris Dyko <chrisdyko77@...>
Date: Sun Dec 20, 2009 9:26 am
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] Rescue at Sea by SSAK

chrisdyko77

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good one ted!

From: Ted <metakrome@...>
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sat, December 19, 2009 7:56:40 PM
Subject: [South Sound Area Kayakers] Rescue at Sea by SSAK

On today's SSAK paddle a bit south of Ketron Island I spied a vortex of flotsam. I wasn't thinking of paddling through it when a gull spiraled out of the sky, landed in the stuff, and started pecking vigorously. Well, now I'm curious. I paddled over thinking the gull would take flight, but nooo. He just edged out my reach like he was very reluctant to leave. Looking down what did I see, but this poor creature (see link below). That evil gull was trying to peck its poor little eyes out. So it got a ride home and maybe after a transfusion and some TLC it will show a little more life.

http://www.metakrome.com/temp/chucky.jpg

#5522

From: Helaine <herbandteas@...>
Date: Sun Dec 20, 2009 9:10 am
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] Rescue at Sea by SSAK

herbandteas

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Thats funny!

Helaine

http://misshelaineous.blogspot.com

--- On Sat, 12/19/09, Kim Hoover <kim_hoover@...> wrote:

From: Kim Hoover <kim_hoover@...>
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] Rescue at Sea by SSAK
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Date: Saturday, December 19, 2009, 10:38 PM

Did you happen to see an X-Files episode where some fishermen pulled a doll out of the ocean....

On Dec 19, 2009, at 7:56 PM, Ted wrote:

On today's SSAK paddle a bit south of Ketron Island I spied a vortex of flotsam. I wasn't thinking of paddling through it when a gull spiraled out of the sky, landed in the stuff, and started pecking vigorously. Well, now I'm curious. I paddled over thinking the gull would take flight, but nooo. He just edged out my reach like he was very reluctant to leave. Looking down what did I see, but this poor creature (see link below). That evil gull was trying to peck its poor little eyes out. So it got a ride home and maybe after a transfusion and some TLC it will show a little more life.

http://www.metakrom e.com/temp/ chucky.jpg

#5521

From: Kim Hoover <kim_hoover@...>
Date: Sun Dec 20, 2009 6:38 am
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] Rescue at Sea by SSAK

drlathe2000

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Did you happen to see an X-Files episode where some fishermen pulled a doll out of the ocean....

On Dec 19, 2009, at 7:56 PM, Ted wrote:

On today's SSAK paddle a bit south of Ketron Island I spied a vortex of flotsam. I wasn't thinking of paddling through it when a gull spiraled out of the sky, landed in the stuff, and started pecking vigorously. Well, now I'm curious. I paddled over thinking the gull would take flight, but nooo. He just edged out my reach like he was very reluctant to leave. Looking down what did I see, but this poor creature (see link below). That evil gull was trying to peck its poor little eyes out. So it got a ride home and maybe after a transfusion and some TLC it will show a little more life.

http://www.metakrome.com/temp/chucky.jpg

#5520

From: Nicholas Lestenkof <nlestenkof@...>
Date: Sun Dec 20, 2009 4:02 am
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] Rescue at Sea by SSAK

nicklestenkof

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Maybe there may be a loving person in the club that my adopt the baby. Maybe Becky,

Nick

On Dec 19, 2009, at 7:56 PM, Ted wrote:

On today's SSAK paddle a bit south of Ketron Island I spied a vortex of flotsam. I wasn't thinking of paddling through it when a gull spiraled out of the sky, landed in the stuff, and started pecking vigorously. Well, now I'm curious. I paddled over thinking the gull would take flight, but nooo. He just edged out my reach like he was very reluctant to leave. Looking down what did I see, but this poor creature (see link below). That evil gull was trying to peck its poor little eyes out. So it got a ride home and maybe after a transfusion and some TLC it will show a little more life.

http://www.metakrome.com/temp/chucky.jpg

#5519

From: "Ted" <metakrome@...>
Date: Sun Dec 20, 2009 3:56 am
Subject: Rescue at Sea by SSAK

metakrome

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On today's SSAK paddle a bit south of Ketron Island I spied a vortex of flotsam.
I wasn't thinking of paddling through it when a gull spiraled out of the sky,
landed in the stuff, and started pecking vigorously. Well, now I'm curious. I
paddled over thinking the gull would take flight, but nooo. He just edged out my
reach like he was very reluctant to leave. Looking down what did I see, but this
poor creature (see link below). That evil gull was trying to peck its poor
little eyes out. So it got a ride home and maybe after a transfusion and some
TLC it will show a little more life.

http://www.metakrome.com/temp/chucky.jpg

#5518

From: Helaine <herbandteas@...>
Date: Fri Dec 18, 2009 6:31 pm
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] It would really be a crime not to post this

herbandteas

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Albin

Happy birthday from us, I hope your eyesite and eye brows recover soon!

Helaine

http://misshelaineous.blogspot.com

--- On Thu, 12/17/09, zuzu36@... <zuzu36@...> wrote:

From: zuzu36@... <zuzu36@...>
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] It would really be a crime not to post this
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Date: Thursday, December 17, 2009, 7:53 PM

Well, while some will claim it was simply the sheer number of candles, I still maintain the birthday cake was in fact topped with magnesium metal ribbons!
You see, as a group 2 element, candles made of such alkaline earth metals are actually very seldom found atop unsuspecting birthday cakes, BUT lots of luck to
the poor sap that tries to blow out a cake full or em' . .

Oh' yah! Good news, Doc. says my eyebrows and night vision should fully return by mid 2010

Albin

#5517

From: Linda Tackett <tackettlinda@...>
Date: Fri Dec 18, 2009 4:36 pm
Subject: (No subject)

tackettlinda

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NOT AS OLD AS I AM TODAY!!! THAT'S A GIVEN!!!

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY ALBIN!!!!

YOU MAKE LIFE FUN FOR ALL OF US!!

LINDA

Christ loved us and gave himself up for us,

a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.

Ephesians 5:2

Linda

#5516

From: Helaine <herbandteas@...>
Date: Fri Dec 18, 2009 8:19 am
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] It would really be a crime not to post this

herbandteas

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OMG how old is he LOL

Helaine

http://misshelaineous.blogspot.com

--- On Thu, 12/17/09, Justin Long <jel0926@...> wrote:

From: Justin Long <jel0926@...>
Subject: [South Sound Area Kayakers] It would really be a crime not to post this
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Date: Thursday, December 17, 2009, 7:14 PM

http://www.flickr.com/photos/solsticejustin/4193548331/

#5515

From: zuzu36@...
Date: Thu Dec 17, 2009 10:53 pm
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] It would really be a crime not to post this

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Well, while some will claim it was simply the sheer number of candles, I still maintain the birthday cake was in fact topped with magnesium metal ribbons!
You see, as a group 2 element, candles made of such alkaline earth metals are actually very seldom found atop unsuspecting birthday cakes, BUT lots of luck to
the poor sap that tries to blow out a cake full or em' . .

Oh' yah! Good news, Doc. says my eyebrows and night vision should fully return by mid 2010

Albin

#5514

From: Justin Long <jel0926@...>
Date: Fri Dec 18, 2009 3:14 am
Subject: It would really be a crime not to post this

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http://www.flickr.com/photos/solsticejustin/4193548331/

#5513

From: "Coleen Popochock" <cpopochock@...>
Date: Wed Dec 16, 2009 12:04 pm
Subject: RE: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

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http://www.flickr.com/photos/ingewatson/4184308003/in/set-72157622999209572/

Theses are wonderful photos. They capture the beautiful spirit of fun; will have to definitely make a point of being there next year. Thank you for sharing!

-----Original Message-----
From: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of teamhiside@...
Sent: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 3:58 PM
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

I did miss someone. Doug P. also raced.

Here are some more shots http://www.ramblinlamb.com/2009-dpd/ and proof of Bob B. sending me into the nice warm water #187 - 190.

----- Original Message -----
From: teamhiside@comcast.net
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 3:45:34 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

Yah, Yellow Mark, and Chris were in the race, myself, Mark P., Dave M., and Alex were safety boaters and then there's Kiwi. Look at this picture of Kiwi.

Just had to get on the rocks for the prime photo location.

Did I miss anyone?

----- Original Message -----
From: "BrianJ" <brianjones_22@msn.com>
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, December 14, 2009 8:58:37 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

http://deceptionpassdash.blogspot.com/

There are a few SSAK members out there. It looks like I just might have to attend next year!

Brian

#5512

From: Linda Tackett <tackettlinda@...>
Date: Wed Dec 16, 2009 1:35 pm
Subject: D>P> Dash

tackettlinda

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You forgot Mark's (and my) brother, Doug Peele!!!!
Just for the record of course!!

Christ loved us and gave himself up for us,

a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.

Ephesians 5:2

Linda

#5511

From: Linda Tackett <tackettlinda@...>
Date: Wed Dec 16, 2009 1:25 pm
Subject: Ferry ride??

tackettlinda

Online Now

I would have driven around if possible or called in SICK!

Christ loved us and gave himself up for us,

a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.

Ephesians 5:2

Linda

#5510

From: Roy N <myflies1@...>
Date: Wed Dec 16, 2009 6:06 am
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

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Pungo wouldn't have helped when Bob B decides you're going to get capsized.

Roy N.

--- On Tue, 12/15/09, Justin Long <jel0926@...> wrote:

From: Justin Long <jel0926@...>
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tuesday, December 15, 2009, 9:18 PM

Yet more proof that a Pungo is vastly superior to a Nordkapp. You'd have had no problem at all in a Pungo.

On Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 3:58 PM, <teamhiside@comcast. net> wrote:

I did miss someone. Doug P. also raced.

Here are some more shots http://www.ramblinl amb.com/2009- dpd/ and proof of Bob B. sending me into the nice warm water #187 - 190.

----- Original Message -----
From: teamhiside@comcast. net
To: southsoundareakayak ers@yahoogroups. com

Sent: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 3:45:34 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

Yah, Yellow Mark, and Chris were in the race, myself, Mark P., Dave M., and Alex were safety boaters and then there's Kiwi. Look at this picture of Kiwi.
http://www.flickr. com/photos/ ingewatson/ 4184308003/ in/set-721576229 99209572/

Just had to get on the rocks for the prime photo location.

Did I miss anyone?

----- Original Message -----
From: "BrianJ" <brianjones_22@ msn.com>
To: southsoundareakayak ers@yahoogroups. com
Sent: Monday, December 14, 2009 8:58:37 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

http://deceptionpas sdash.blogspot. com/

There are a few SSAK members out there. It looks like I just might have to attend next year!

Brian

#5509

From: Justin Long <jel0926@...>
Date: Wed Dec 16, 2009 5:18 am
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

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Yet more proof that a Pungo is vastly superior to a Nordkapp. �You'd have had no problem at all in a Pungo. �

On Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 3:58 PM, <teamhiside@...> wrote:

�

I did miss someone. �Doug P. also raced.

Here are some more shots�http://www.ramblinlamb.com/2009-dpd/��and proof of Bob B. sending me into the nice warm water #187 - 190.

----- Original Message -----
From: teamhiside@...
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 3:45:34 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

Yah, Yellow Mark, and Chris were in the race, myself, Mark P., Dave M., and Alex were safety boaters and then there's Kiwi. �Look at this picture of Kiwi.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ingewatson/4184308003/in/set-72157622999209572/

Just had to get on the rocks for the prime photo location. �

Did I miss anyone?

----- Original Message -----
From: "BrianJ" <brianjones_22@...>
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, December 14, 2009 8:58:37 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

�

http://deceptionpassdash.blogspot.com/

There are a few SSAK members out there. It looks like I just might have to attend next year!

Brian

#5508

From: Becky Lundin <beckylundin@...>
Date: Wed Dec 16, 2009 12:58 am
Subject: Fwd: SK Newsletter: Freya Completes Circumnavigation of Australia

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Becky... :o)

You must act as if it is impossible to fail. - Ashanti Proverb

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Subject: SK Newsletter: Freya Completes Circumnavigation of Australia

FREYA DID IT!!
Completes Circumnavigation of Australia

Freya Hoffmeister finished her circumnavigation of Australia around noon, Tuesday, December 15, 2009. She landed at the Queenscliff beach at the mouth of Melbourne Harbor 332 days after departing from that same spot on January 18th. She covered approximately 8,470 miles (13,800 km) in 245 days of paddling, averaging nearly 35 miles (65 km) per day. In spite of numerous attempts, the circumnavigation of Australia has been completed only once previously, in 1982 by Paul Caffyn in 361 days. Freya saved time and distance by taking a bold �short-cut� across the Gulf of Carpentaria, a 350- mile (575-km) open-water passage that took eight days and seven nights on the water.

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Sea Kayaker is proud to have been a sponsor of Freya�s remarkable adventure and we congratulate her on the successful completion of her history-making voyage. We�ve published regular interviews with Freya during the course of her expedition, starting with our February 2009 issue. We�ll conclude our series in the April 2010 issue. See photos of Freya at the finish at www.seakayakermag.com.

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#5507

From: Becky Lundin <beckylundin@...>
Date: Wed Dec 16, 2009 12:10 am
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

spirithealing

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Doug Peele was in the race. Seems I saw others names, but don't recall right now.

Becky... :o)

You must act as if it is impossible to fail. - Ashanti Proverb

On Dec 15, 2009, at 3:45 PM, teamhiside@... wrote:

Yah, Yellow Mark, and Chris were in the race, myself, Mark P., Dave M., and Alex were safety boaters and then there's Kiwi. Look at this picture of Kiwi.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ingewatson/4184308003/in/set-72157622999209572/

Just had to get on the rocks for the prime photo location.

Did I miss anyone?

----- Original Message -----
From: "BrianJ" <brianjones_22@...>
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, December 14, 2009 8:58:37 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

http://deceptionpassdash.blogspot.com/

There are a few SSAK members out there. It looks like I just might have to attend next year!

Brian

#5506

From: "Connie Greenidge" <connie@...>
Date: Wed Dec 16, 2009 12:04 am
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] Lake Mead and Lake Mohave paddle Feb 20 to March 7, 2010

connieoceans...

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Gerry,

Are there any details of this trip? I may have missed it. Also, are you camping out or moteling it?

-------Original Message-------

From: gkhodge98584

Date: 12/15/2009 3:57:25 PM

To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com

Subject: [South Sound Area Kayakers] Lake Mead and Lake Mohave paddle Feb 20 to March 7, 2010

We have 5 solid confirmations for this paddle and I am posting it one more time and offering it up for you to go. As of now, we have no more seats left in the two cars going down so anybody who signs up now might need to take their vehicle. I need to know within a week if you are planning to go because advance permits need to be purchased to launch below the base of Hoover Dam ($40 for permit and required commercial shuttle access). I have gone down and scouted the trip and have LOTS of details I can send you. There are also multiple ways to join the group after Feb 22 without prior notice and permits. Let me know if you need more info. Gerry.

#5505

From: teamhiside@...
Date: Tue Dec 15, 2009 11:58 pm
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

chawk996

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http://www.flickr.com/photos/ingewatson/4184308003/in/set-72157622999209572/

I did miss someone. Doug P. also raced.

Here are some more shots http://www.ramblinlamb.com/2009-dpd/ and proof of Bob B. sending me into the nice warm water #187 - 190.

----- Original Message -----
From: teamhiside@...
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 3:45:34 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

Yah, Yellow Mark, and Chris were in the race, myself, Mark P., Dave M., and Alex were safety boaters and then there's Kiwi. Look at this picture of Kiwi.

Just had to get on the rocks for the prime photo location.

Did I miss anyone?

http://deceptionpassdash.blogspot.com/

There are a few SSAK members out there. It looks like I just might have to attend next year!

Brian

#5504

From: "gkhodge98584" <gnthodge@...>
Date: Tue Dec 15, 2009 11:53 pm
Subject: Lake Mead and Lake Mohave paddle Feb 20 to March 7, 2010

gkhodge98584

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We have 5 solid confirmations for this paddle and I am posting it one more time
and offering it up for you to go.  As of now, we have no more seats left in the
two cars going down so anybody who signs up now might need to take their
vehicle.  I need to know within a week if you are planning to go because advance
permits need to be purchased to launch below the base of Hoover Dam ($40 for
permit and required commercial shuttle access).  I have gone down and scouted
the trip and have LOTS of details I can send you.  There are also multiple ways
to join the group after Feb 22 without prior notice and permits.  Let me know if
you need more info.  Gerry.

#5503

From: teamhiside@...
Date: Tue Dec 15, 2009 11:45 pm
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] DP DASH links and photos

chawk996

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http://www.flickr.com/photos/ingewatson/4184308003/in/set-72157622999209572/

Yah, Yellow Mark, and Chris were in the race, myself, Mark P., Dave M., and Alex were safety boaters and then there's Kiwi. Look at this picture of Kiwi.

Just had to get on the rocks for the prime photo location.

Did I miss anyone?

http://deceptionpassdash.blogspot.com/

There are a few SSAK members out there. It looks like I just might have to attend next year!

Brian

#5502

From: Helaine <herbandteas@...>
Date: Tue Dec 15, 2009 9:34 pm
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] FW: Ferry in Wind Storm [8 Attachments]

herbandteas

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I would be heaving too!

Helaine

http://misshelaineous.blogspot.com

--- On Tue, 12/15/09, Janine Beaudry <firstcatch24@...> wrote:

From: Janine Beaudry <firstcatch24@...>
Subject: [South Sound Area Kayakers] FW: Ferry in Wind Storm [8 Attachments]
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tuesday, December 15, 2009, 12:50 PM

[Attachment(s) from Janine Beaudry included below]

Thought you hardcore kayakers wouldn't enjoy this since you seem to be fearless. I personally would be heaving over the side if I was out in this. Pretty incredible photos though.

Janine
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Subject: Anatomy of a Windstorm; Washington State Ferry System in Action

On Thursday October 18th Western Washington was hit with a 50+ MPH wind storm. Here are my pictures of the event.

After work I made my way down to the Mukilteo Lighthouse Park where I witness the Mukilteo to Clinton ferry taking a pounding.

These Issaquah 130 Class ferries are over 300 feet long and 78 feet wide and weight in at 2477 tons (4,954,000 lbs) unloaded......

I'll start with some Rock & Roll..

Ok, here's one for you Long Flume lovers...

During storms like this the crew plots a course which puts the ferry in the least vulnerable position, but at some point they have to change course, and when they did Puget Sound made up for lost time.

After this run the ferry system stopped running at full capacity and ran 1/2 empty for the rest of the night.

Note that there are no longer cars visible in the last shot. I'm sure they were washed into the cars behind them

Each shot was taken 0.3 seconds apart hand held at 320mm's.

I'm glad you guys liked them; I was amazed at what I saw through the lens. During the wind storm I like to go down to the Lighthouse Park in Mukilteo and watch the ferries, but I've never seen a ferry take a hit like that. After this run they added a 3rd ferry and ran them 1/2 empty.

I'm going to have Costco print up a few 20x30".

Someone either PM'd me or posted that I should send these to the WS Ferry System. I tried to sell them a much tamer, but similar shot and they told me these kind of shots don't promote rider ship. I couldn't argue that one.

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#5501

From: Janine Beaudry <firstcatch24@...>
Date: Tue Dec 15, 2009 8:50 pm
Subject: FW: Ferry in Wind Storm

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Thought you hardcore kayakers wouldn't enjoy this since you seem to be fearless. I personally would be heaving over the side if I was out in this. Pretty incredible photos though.

Janine
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Subject: Anatomy of a Windstorm; Washington State Ferry System in Action

On Thursday October 18th Western Washington was hit with a 50+ MPH wind storm. Here are my pictures of the event.

After work I made my way down to the Mukilteo Lighthouse Park where I witness the Mukilteo to Clinton ferry taking a pounding.

These Issaquah 130 Class ferries are over 300 feet long and 78 feet wide and weight in at 2477 tons (4,954,000 lbs) unloaded......

I'll start with some Rock & Roll..

Ok, here's one for you Long Flume lovers...

During storms like this the crew plots a course which puts the ferry in the least vulnerable position, but at some point they have to change course, and when they did Puget Sound made up for lost time.

After this run the ferry system stopped running at full capacity and ran 1/2 empty for the rest of the night.

Note that there are no longer cars visible in the last shot. I'm sure they were washed into the cars behind them

Each shot was taken 0.3 seconds apart hand held at 320mm's.

I'm glad you guys liked them; I was amazed at what I saw through the lens. During the wind storm I like to go down to the Lighthouse Park in Mukilteo and watch the ferries, but I've never seen a ferry take a hit like that. After this run they added a 3rd ferry and ran them 1/2 empty.

I'm going to have Costco print up a few 20x30".

Someone either PM'd me or posted that I should send these to the WS Ferry System. I tried to sell them a much tamer, but similar shot and they told me these kind of shots don't promote rider ship. I couldn't argue that one.

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#5500

From: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tue Dec 15, 2009 6:25 pm
Subject: Nisqually to Solo Point--Class II +, 12/19/2009, 10:00 am

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Title:		Nisqually to Solo Point--Class II +

Date:		Saturday December 19, 2009
Time:		10:00 am - 10:00 am
Location:		Luhr Beach
Notes:		Link to launch site. Google map--> http://tinyurl.com/ykvd5pd POC is Jackie

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#5499

From: Roy N <myflies1@...>
Date: Tue Dec 15, 2009 4:35 am
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] Re: Great to meet you guys!

myflies1

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I purchased my Kokotat dry suit shortly after beginning to sea kayak a litte over a year ago. I purchased my suit from Kayak Academy because they were one of the few stores that would custom order the suit to fit me. Another plus is after you order a suit, they send you home with a loaner suit to use until your suit comes in, or provide you a loaner suit in the event your suit needs to be sent back to the factory.

I would not order a suit that uses ankle gaskets. The suit with the built-in sock is sure nice because your feet stay dry, specially in cold water.

NOTE: I do not work for or receive any royalties from Kayak Academy, just another satisfied customer.

Roy N.

--- On Mon, 12/14/09, Justin Long <jel0926@...> wrote:

From: Justin Long <jel0926@...>
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] Re: Great to meet you guys!
To: southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com
Date: Monday, December 14, 2009, 6:54 PM

+1 for Kokotat. I love mine.

Welcome to the group-

On Mon, Dec 14, 2009 at 1:33 PM, Ted <metakrome@yahoo. com> wrote:

Hey, great. You found us. If you have not found it already our website is at http://southsoundar eakayakers. com/

Drysuits are hard to come by at a reduced price. The demand is too high. If you look at our photos you will see some of us spend a lot of time in the water. It definitely helps the learning curve. Your best bet might be Craigs List or scouring the retail racks in the middle of winter. I got a couple at REI once at about a third of list price, but haven't seen a deal like that in a long time. Aldercreek in Portland offers a 20% discount on your birthday and there is no sales tax. If you belong to Washington Water Trails (or our club I think) Kayak Academy offers a discount. A lot of our club members have bought suits through them because of service and custom fitting. Personally I'm a big fan of the Kokotat brand. They replaced my previous well worn suit with a new one at no cost. Their customer service is really top notch.

Ted

--- In southsoundareakayak ers@yahoogroups. com, "lgilesiii" <lgilesiii@.. .> wrote:
>
> Lee here, you know, it's eel spelled backwards. I was super motivated after meeting the group at Owen beach this morning. All of you have made kayaking even more appealing to me. I'm just trying to find an affordable dry suit to get me in the water! If anyone can help and is willing to barter that would be great. I'm the staff photographer @ The Peninsula Gateway in Gig Harbor. I can shoot photos of whatever you need as a barter/bargaining chip. I have a big family and funds are here and there. Wedding, portraits or follow you around as you buy coffee, we could make you an internet reality star! Give me a call so I can gleam kayaking advice through osmosis or if you need a few pictures. Thanks again, Lee. (253) 549-5677. I'm a lifelong resident of Point Defiance and still remain in the neighborhood.
>

#5498

From: "BrianJ" <brianjones_22@...>
Date: Tue Dec 15, 2009 4:58 am
Subject: DP DASH links and photos

seabum17

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http://deceptionpassdash.blogspot.com/

There are a few SSAK members out there.  It looks like I just might have to
attend next year!

Brian

#5497

From: Justin Long <jel0926@...>
Date: Tue Dec 15, 2009 2:54 am
Subject: Re: [South Sound Area Kayakers] Re: Great to meet you guys!

justinlong

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+1 for Kokotat. �I love mine.

Welcome to the group-

On Mon, Dec 14, 2009 at 1:33 PM, Ted <metakrome@...> wrote:

�

Hey, great. You found us. If you have not found it already our website is at http://southsoundareakayakers.com/

Drysuits are hard to come by at a reduced price. The demand is too high. If you look at our photos you will see some of us spend a lot of time in the water. It definitely helps the learning curve. Your best bet might be Craigs List or scouring the retail racks in the middle of winter. I got a couple at REI once at about a third of list price, but haven't seen a deal like that in a long time. Aldercreek in Portland offers a 20% discount on your birthday and there is no sales tax. If you belong to Washington Water Trails (or our club I think) Kayak Academy offers a discount. A lot of our club members have bought suits through them because of service and custom fitting. Personally I'm a big fan of the Kokotat brand. They replaced my previous well worn suit with a new one at no cost. Their customer service is really top notch.

Ted

--- In southsoundareakayakers@yahoogroups.com, "lgilesiii" <lgilesiii@...> wrote:
>
> Lee here, you know, it's eel spelled backwards. I was super motivated after meeting the group at Owen beach this morning. All of you have made kayaking even more appealing to me. I'm just trying to find an affordable dry suit to get me in the water! If anyone can help and is willing to barter that would be great. I'm the staff photographer @ The Peninsula Gateway in Gig Harbor. I can shoot photos of whatever you need as a barter/bargaining chip. I have a big family and funds are here and there. Wedding, portraits or follow you around as you buy coffee, we could make you an internet reality star! Give me a call so I can gleam kayaking advice through osmosis or if you need a few pictures. Thanks again, Lee. (253) 549-5677. I'm a lifelong resident of Point Defiance and still remain in the neighborhood.
>