**PLEASE NOTE THERE HAS BEEN A CHANGE IN THE LAUNCH LOCATION FOR THIS TRIP DUE TO A RUNNING EVENT IN FT. DESOTO. THE PARK WILL OPEN AT 9:00 AM IN TIME FOR US TO RELOCATE TO THE PICNIC AFTER THE PADDLE**
PLEASE DON’T FORGET TO REGISTER FOR THE PICNIC AND DON’T FORGET ABOUT THE GEAR SALE
Catsperr Hole, a.k.a. Pinellas Bayway Kayak/SUP launch. Here's a location link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2qB8MzCuLwssvJYc6. It's a good access point for a Shell Key circumnav of about 5-6 miles.
Saturday, April 20th 9:00 AM
EVENT DETAILS:
Trip leader: Bill Morgan, billymorganics@gmail.com, (239)-464-4944
Description: We'll assemble and launch from the Cattsperr Hole (you can find it on Google maps) also know as the Pinellas Bayway Kayak/SUP Launch. Just off of the Pinellas Bay Way on the right as you head south. If you pass the Tampa Bay Watch you went too far. We'll assemble at 8:30 AM and launch by 9:00 circumnavigate Shell Key and then head back. We’ll take a break at Irma Pass to stretch our legs, swim, roll, drink water, frolic etc. Plan to return by 11:30 for Picnic Lunch starting at noon.
Location: Cattsperr Hole – Pinellas Bayway Kayak/SUP Launch
Schedule: Saturday, April 20th. Meet at 8:30 AM with a departure time of 9:00 AM
Additional information: Everyone without an annual pass to Ft. Desoto will have to pay the day use fee, no water connections are available for boat cleaning.
Difficulty: Level II-III (depending on conditions), distance of 6 miles, some in open water, may be choppy, must have open water skills (See Skills Self Assessment Chart link below for level assignment)
Required: Sea kayak at least 15' with water-tight bulkheads, deck lines, and spray deck; no inflatable PFDs. Bring lots of water/sports drink, snacks, and sunscreen.
Please register on the web site or RSVP to the trip leader to allow notification of any changes.
SkillsSelfAssessmentChart.pdf (tbsk.club)