2011 NSSKA Cortes Island-Desolation Sound Trip August 13-16, 2011

Karl Guntheroth, Robert DeWolf, Peter Theisen, and Bill Brackin paddled about 100 miles around Cortes Island, West Redonda Island, and Desolation Sound. These photos are from the drive up and the first three days of paddling. More to come.

NSSKA

The North Sound Sea Kayaking Association

The North Sound Sea Kayak Association is based in Everett, Washington and  promotes the enjoyment and safety of sea kayaking through lectures, trips, training, and information exchange.  But mostly, our members just like to go paddling together!

The first Thursday of each month (during the fall and winter) we meet in north Everett at Legion Hall in American Legion Memorial Park.  Speakers present demonstrations, show slides and videos, and lead discussions of interest to all sea kayakers.  Topics include boats and paddles, kayaking safety and seamanship, navigation, marine biology, and many paddling adventures.  Our Board holds separate business meetings, so come enjoy an evening with us.

Everyone is invited to join us whether you are a beginner or an expert, you will find friends and support for your sea kayaking adventures. 

This page was last updated on: January 21, 2012

Would you like to become a member?  Please fill out the Membership Release form and mail to us along with a check for $40 for a single or $45 for a family membership.

NSSKA

P.O. Box 1523

Everett, WA 98206

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NSSKA annual dues are due January 1st. There is a link to the membership release form below. Please print one off, fill it out completely and have each member that plans to paddle with us sign it and send it in to the address listed below. We have a bunch of cool stuff in the works for 2012 and you won't want to miss out.

We are in the planning phases for next years pool sessions and other training events. If you have anything in particular that you think we should cover please contact our training coordinator Janet Sigler or President Tim Hallmark.

We are considering; pool sessions, on the lake sessions, navigation class, and possibly rescues at sea.

New Years Eve Day kayak trip on the lower Snohomish River. Bruce Farrar led a group of intrepid kayakers on the lower Snohomish River.

Saturday December 17 Mercer Slough:

From Bruce: We had nine intrepid paddlers on the club outing today - seven members and two guests. Paddled around Lake Washington a bit before heading up Mercer Slough. Did not get rained on but temp. was low. Some (me) had numb fingers. Would probably do the outing again but in Spring when trees start to fill out. Thanks to all who came. Next club outing --- New Year's Eve --- Rotary Park to Langus Park.

Pics from  Kathy Quinn Hertzog

Saturday October 22 NSSKA trip down the Skykomish River from Sultan to Monroe: 12 of us paddled this section of river to see lots of fall color and lots of dead stinky salmon.

Saturday November 19 NSSKA trip a tale of two deltas: 8 of us explored Upper Port Susan and South Skagit Bay. We paddled out of the mouth of the Stillaguamish River south of Stanwood, through the Pass at Stanwood, and along the South fork of the Skagit river then over to Utsalady Park on Camano Island. Pictures from Bill Brackin and Paul Tibert.

NSSKA Club Officers and Board member elections were held at the January Club meeting. The following slate of candidates were approved unanimously:

President Tim Hallmark; Vice President Bruce Farrar; Secretary Ute Padilla; Treasurer Bret Haggerty; Board member Dennis Hartup; Board member Debbie Boitano; Training Janet Sigler; Outing Coordinator Bill Brackin

The January 22nd Skagit River Eagle trip has been postponed. New date to be determined later.