
Trip
Sea Kayak - Tacoma Narrows
SK III-III+ Time for a belated birthday paddle! Quick currents will make it a fast run for a hot lunch take out from The Tides Restaurant before returning to launch point. Drysuit required. Be prepared for night paddling in case we are running late.
- Info
- COVID-19: Learn about our most up-to-date guidance for participants and leaders on our COVID-19 Response page. All participants and leaders must agree to the COVID-19 Code of Conduct before participating in this Mountaineers activity.
- Sat, Jan 2, 2021
- Olympia Sea Kayaking Committee
- Sea Kayaking
- Adults
- Moderate
- Mileage: 12.0 nm
- Maximum Wind: 15 kts
- Maximum Waves: 3.0 ft
- Maximum Currents: 3.1 kts
- Pace: CURRENT ASSIST
- 5 (5 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
TBA with leader's permission
Opposing wind/current can make things rough, particularly under the bridge so good bracing skills are required.
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.
- Floatation in both ends of the kayak
- U.S. Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
- Paddle
- Spray skirt
- Bilge pump with floatation
- Self-rescue paddle float
- Waterproof whistle
- Appropriate clothing for the conditions encountered seasonally