Short WSK paddle today (1.5 hrs max and maybe 4 miles). Just Bill B. and Nancy, who were in a tandem, and me. We launched from Monterey Bay Kayaks in downtown Monterey. That’s where I first tried kayaking, in a sit-on-top tandem with Katy and her 6th grade science class. It’s an easy launch site, and conditions were very mild and sunny. Lots of active seals, including babies. First time for me to really paddle in kelp. Here’s the (edited) official trip report:
“ Swell forcast was 4′-8′, what we had was 2′-3’swell. Light breeze on the return. Nice, sunny, and warm for this time of year. … Very casual paddle down to the big rock just past the aquarium. There we sat for a few and talked about how nice conditions were, seals, and otters and jelly fish we saw. Whole trip about 2hrs 15/30 min. Both lovely ladies would like to go again. Good for a Sunday.”