Nissequogue River paddle

This is a beautiful paddle on the Nissequogue River, which for most of it is sheltered from the wind. There is lots of wildlife, ospreys, shore birds, turtles, etc. It starts by launching at Nissequogue River State Park where the river is very wide and ending at an old water mill where the river turns narrow where we will have a self catered lunch, returning to our starting point as the river tide turns.
The launch is in a N.Y. State Park. $8 entrance fee per car or Empire Pass.
(This fee may still be waived by the State.)

Remember, event time is launch time.
“Wet Launch” Time is 10:00 am.
Give yourself plenty of time to gear up!
Launch times may become staggered do to #s in attendance.

We will be limiting attendance for this paddle to members with their Paperwork in order.
1. “Attend” the Event: Safety Release & Waiver.
2. A filled out and returned HARD COPY of waiver with completed contact info if not submitted already.

Paddle Distance: 11 miles
Paddle Rating 2 B.
As conditions change, so can the paddle rating. We will modify the Paddle as needed, due to conditions.

We will be following “best practices” of the CDC guidelines. Use masks when not physical distancing.

Paddle Vests must be worn at all times on the water. You should have a whistle ( attached to your vest). Recommended: bilge pump, paddle float, sponge and a Marine Radio. A spray skirt is highly recommended.
Bring the appropriate solar screening, water, and snack / food / beverages that you would like when we stop for lunch.

Learn what the ratings mean : https://www.dropbox.com/s/i2qe0jjrqgw4hms/Kayak%20Trip%20Ratings%20and%20Skill%20Levels..pdf?dl=0