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Crescent Bay

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Sea Kayak - Crescent Bay to Lyre River

Crescent Bay to the outfall of the Lyre River and back along a beautiful stretch of coastline. We'll explore the nooks and crannies with rock garden opportunities to the extent weather and sea state allow.

Contacts

Terry Jaret
Terry Jaret
Primary Leader
  • Sea Kayak IV
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 12.0 nm
  • Maximum Wind: 15 kts
  • Maximum Waves: 2.5 ft
  • Maximum Currents: 2.0 kts
  • Pace: 3.0 kts

This paddle is a complement to the Freshwater Bay paddle on April 27 for those who want to enjoy a car camp/paddling weekend on the Peninsula.  Priority will be given to those paddlers that want to register for both weekend paddles.  When requesting leader's permission please indicate if you plan to paddle both days.  I'm planning on car camping at the Crescent Bay Beach & RV Park and we can arrange reservations in advance.

You must be comfortable paddling in winter conditions, including ocean swell and surf, where wind/waves can be a factor.  Dry suit and helmet required for both paddles.  Note that route may change based on conditions/weather/group skill levels.

 

Meet at the Crescent Bay Beach & RV Park.  Please arrive with enough time to be ready to launch at 10:00 AM.

Route/Place

Crescent Bay


  • NOAA Strait of Juan de Fuca: Eastern Part No. 18465
    MapTech Cape Flattery to Whidbey Island No. 103
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

These eight essentials plus The Ten Essentials are required on all sea kayaking trips.  All but the whistle and clothing should be provided with any kayak rental.

  1. Floatation in both ends of the kayak
  2. U.S. Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
  3. Paddle
  4. Spray skirt
  5. Bilge pump with floatation
  6. Self-rescue paddle float
  7. Waterproof whistle
  8. Appropriate clothing for the conditions encountered seasonally
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