
Field trip: Basic Sea Kayaking Course
Seattle BSKC Student Paddle - Port Gamble Bay
Student paddles that meet Basic Sea Kayaking graduation requirement
- 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, Jun 4, 2016
- Seattle Sea Kayaking
- Sea Kayaking
- Adults
- Sea Kayak II
- Easy
- Mileage: 7.0 nm
- 2 (7 capacity)
- 2 (5 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Olympic Outdoor Center, 32379 NE Rainier Avenue, Port Gamble, WA 98346
We will meet at Olympic Outdoor Center at 10 am. We can pick up 8 people at the Kingston Ferry dock if you would like to walk on the ferry. Plan to arrive in Kingston by 8:45 am if you would like a ride to Port Gamble.
We will explore Port Gamble Bay and Salsbury County Park. Drysuit required. Bring lunch and plenty of water for the day. We will play in the water and demonstrate re-entries. A neoprene hood, gloves, nose clip and goggles are suggested depending upon individual comfort and preference.
Kayaks and most gear may be rented at Olympic Outdoor Center. Contact the store to reserve gear, 360-297-4659. Ask to speak with Forrest.
Required Equipment
Sea Kayak Essentials
Since we will spend some time in the water practicing wet exits and re-entries, plan to wear sufficient insulation under your drysuit.