Sea Kayak - Deception Pass

 We will head around the NE end of Ben Ure Island and catch the building ebb current past the west end of Strawberry Island.  From there we will ride the 3+ knot current through Canoe Pass  where we will spend up to four hours playing in the currents, waves and eddies in and around Pass Island and Canoe Pass.  Peak ebb current will be 5.2 kt at 11 AM.  Lunch will be on the beach in the bay between Canoe Pass and Lottie Point.  In the early afternoon we will hop the micro eddies along the south edge of  Pass Island as we begin our return to Cornet Bay, catching the  early flood current back to the boat launch and our vehicles.

We will collaborate as a group as much as possible regarding where we want to play in the area.  All participants should expect to stay with the group and abide by final decisions made by the leaders.  Prior experience in currents up to 5 knots as well as self and assisted rescues is required.  Helmets are also required.  A reliable roll is recommended.

This is a play and practice day.  Formal instruction is not the purpose of this trip.

Meet at Cornet Bay Boat Ramp on the north end of Whidbey Island at 8 AM.  There will be a beach talk before launching by 9 AM.