What we will do and why people would want to attend.
We will paddle launch from Washington Park in Anacortes and ride the current to paddle around both Burrows and Allen Island. On the way there will be a chance to get out of our boats and check on the progress of the Burrows lighthouse restoration. Allan Island is a no-go zone so we won’t be able to break until we are back near Burrows, Peartree Bay. On the way back through Borrows Pass we might encounter some usually very manageable eddy lines and as we round Fidalgo Head we may encounter some confused waters. The entire trip is 7.2nm in length and should about 2.5h, not counting brakes and play time in currents. Paddling speed will be around 3 knots.
To take advantage of the tides we will return to WA Park near dusk, please make sure to bring some sort of light source (see req. equipment below).
Who this is for.
This is a Level 3 trip. Refer to our website for details on WAKE’s trip ratings: Trip Ratings - Whatcom Association of Kayak Enthusiasts
Some exposed water with longer fetches (>10nm); crossings up to 2nm; fewer and more difficult landing spots; possible eddy lines; light surf conditions; predicted moderate to strong currents (2-3 kts) and moderate to strong wind effects (>10kt); spray possible, whitecaps
Required: able to Swim, Wet Exit, Assisted Rescue, Self Rescue, Some Bracing and good Maneuvering Skills, Basic Navigation
Schedule.
13:45 Shore talk (ready to launch, dressed and boats on beach)
14:00 Launch
15:30 Lunch break
17:00 return to WA Park
DeepZoom trip: Burrows, Allen from Fidalgo
https://www.deepzoom.com/trip/4a8q3drc
Maximum conditions.
There is a minimal chance this trip will be cancelled due to weather, it’s supposed to be clear, cool with low winds on Saturday.
Required Equipment.
Immersion gear appropriate to the colder conditions. A way to stay warm during breaks (the beaches on Burrows on our return leg don’t get much sun). A full set of extra clothes. Navigation lights (PFD mounted or otherwise. A waterproof flashlight/head lamp. Warm drink and food.
Suggested Equipment
none