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@CPS I'm going to throw it out there, and I won't be offended if you're not interested; I'd be in the market for paddling alone together on part of your trip. I'm eager to get out there, but I don't have a schedule that allows me to 'boil the entire passage' in one go. Based on what you've...

That was a delightful and inspiring report. I will use your photos as a tutorial. I don't have the gift. And that madrone tree close up; looks like an alien! I love it.

my bad. I forgot to add the app you originally asked about. Screen grab below.

@pryaker - that map is a screen grab from the kayak atlas app on my phone. It's the digital version of the printed version that Philip was mentioning. I have paper atlas as well and will print copies of the pages I need for the time slots I will be on the water in case my battery is low. For...

Those photos are epic. Thank you for sharing.

My son and I island hopped for six days; 60 miles roughly. What I think I learned. My apologies if what I share is common knowledge. Most days we were on the water at specific times to catch favorable currents. Tools consulted: Windy and Current Atlas. It is fun to compare our memories and...

I use the Forerunner 235. Ticks most boxes, and I love seeing how far a strong ebb pulls me off track. But I still made it to Bedwell Harbor before moving on to Moresby/Portland.

Great trip and report. I’m so impressed with the hammock setup versatility. I followed your preferred site advice on Jones and Stuart and couldn’t be happier. The north landing and sites on Jones with a full kayak is so much easier. This reminds me I need to submit my report.

Thanks for the heads up. We are walking on for the 9am sailing.

Hi Everyone, Thank you for the comments. @alexsidles: I'll be sure to post the trip when we get back. You set the standard so I'll try my best. @WaterSpider: I love it. I'll take something special to leave for the next visitor. @cougarmeat: You are correct; we are walking on. Last year we...

Hi Team West Coast Paddlers, It's that time of year again when my son and I will hit the water. Below is the proposed and mostly cemented itinerary: Monday Aug 22nd: Friday Harbor to Jones Island Tuesday: Jones Island to Stuart Island (Prevost Harbor) Wednesday: Stuart to Portland Island...

I'm so ready for this bad play on words, but I was in the same "boat" a few years ago when I started shopping for kayaks. And know the desire to hear someone say, "this is the boat you want." But unfortunately, it's going to take some time. It has been mentioned a few times, and I'll echo the...

I'll start up in the spring. I was convinced to be a ski instructor this year at Mt. Hood and so I'm playing in the snow. But I tell everyone up there my first love is the water.

Hey Alex, thanks for this . I really appreciate the details.

Hi Everyone, I'm mapping out our adventure for next summer. Below is a rough draft based on trip reports others have posted, a desire to see cousins from Victoria and try something new. Day 1 Catch ferry to Orcas Landing and paddle to Jones. Day 2 Jones Island to Stuart Island (Prevost side)...

@alexsidles this trip was somewhat an homage to all you have posted. You are an inspiration. @cougarmeat thank you for the insight at Stuart. I forgot the requisite Map for the whole session. Each color represents a different day, and mostly the path taken.

My apologies, this is a longer than anticipated post. After months of planning and giddy anticipation, my son’s and I completed our week-long adventure through the San Juan Island Archipelago. My apologies for the delay, but I finally got time to put it together. Day 1. Monday Anacortes to...

Paul...dang it. won't happen again.

Hey Chrispy (Ty), where are you paddling? I'm in the PDX area as well.