Pirates of the James Hunters Moon Paddle Oct.23 Appomattox
Posted: Fri Sep 24, 2010 8:42 pm
Pirates of the James
Hunters Moon Paddle-Appomattox River
When: Saturday October 23rd, 2010
Where: Hopewell Marina, Hopewell VA
What Time: 1430 hrs (2:30 PM)
Trip length: +/- 10 miles
Trip info:
Ahoy!
We will launch from the Hopewell Marina (the quartermaster is working on reduction or omission of launch fees, normally $6.00) and proceed on a flood tide on the Appomattox towards the City of Petersburg, continuing West until we feel the tide slacken. At that point we will turn and do a leisurely paddle back to channel Marker 18 (Pye Alley) and head up the North channel as we feel the pull of the ebb tide.
We will find a place to raft up for a snack while we await sunset at 6:22 PM and moon rise at 6:27 PM.
Once the moon is fully in the sky, we will continue our return trip to the marina accompanied by the ebb tide. Anticipate arrival at the take out ~8-9 PM.
All are welcome to join us on this trip, though sea kayaks or other long boats are recommended due to the distance being traveled. Because we will be returning after dark, you will be required to carry some form of navigation lights for your boat (Coast Guard Requirement). Bare minimum will be a head lamp, and a cyalume (glow stick) for attachment to the back of your PFD or boat. Two of us will have marine radios on board in case of emergency.
Average temperature for the month of October is 60-37 degrees F. with water starting to chill,dress accordingly!
Snack idea might be hot apple cider and cookies, perfect for a crisp Autumn evening!
Questions or sign on for this epic adventure......shoot me an e-mail via this link.
Capt. T. (Gene L.)
Hunters Moon Paddle-Appomattox River
When: Saturday October 23rd, 2010
Where: Hopewell Marina, Hopewell VA
What Time: 1430 hrs (2:30 PM)
Trip length: +/- 10 miles
Trip info:
Ahoy!
We will launch from the Hopewell Marina (the quartermaster is working on reduction or omission of launch fees, normally $6.00) and proceed on a flood tide on the Appomattox towards the City of Petersburg, continuing West until we feel the tide slacken. At that point we will turn and do a leisurely paddle back to channel Marker 18 (Pye Alley) and head up the North channel as we feel the pull of the ebb tide.
We will find a place to raft up for a snack while we await sunset at 6:22 PM and moon rise at 6:27 PM.
Once the moon is fully in the sky, we will continue our return trip to the marina accompanied by the ebb tide. Anticipate arrival at the take out ~8-9 PM.
All are welcome to join us on this trip, though sea kayaks or other long boats are recommended due to the distance being traveled. Because we will be returning after dark, you will be required to carry some form of navigation lights for your boat (Coast Guard Requirement). Bare minimum will be a head lamp, and a cyalume (glow stick) for attachment to the back of your PFD or boat. Two of us will have marine radios on board in case of emergency.
Average temperature for the month of October is 60-37 degrees F. with water starting to chill,dress accordingly!
Snack idea might be hot apple cider and cookies, perfect for a crisp Autumn evening!
Questions or sign on for this epic adventure......shoot me an e-mail via this link.
Capt. T. (Gene L.)