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What we’re about
Based on the north shore, but with members from all over northeastern Massachusetts, southeastern New Hampshire and beyond, this is the group for paddlers who enjoy their kayaking adventures at a laid back, leisurely pace. For us, it's not how quickly we can get from point "A" to point "B" while on the water. If your idea of kayaking means sharing with friends, new and old, the beauty of our local flat-water lakes and rivers as you paddle, then this group is for you. Some of the places we paddle include the Merrimack, Squamscott, Essex, and Charles rivers; Plum Island; lakes Massabesic, Pawtuckaway, Gardner and Chebacco; and Country, Tuxbury, and Great ponds.
Everyone is welcome to suggest paddle destinations and to help plan future activities, as this is what makes a fun and successful group.
We like to bike, too. See our companion Meet-Up group, North Shore Bicycling for Fun.
AS A CONDITION OF ATTENDING THIS MEETUP, YOU AGREE TO: Hold harmless, and indemnify the organizers and their relations and heirs, and all members and participants of the Meetup group from any and all claims for injury, illness, death, and/or property damage including those caused by negligence, ignorance, inexperience and other reasons. You also agree to assume all mental, physical, financial, and/or other risk associated with this meetup. Kayaking, camping, hiking, bicycling, and other activities pose inherent risks and dangers. Participation in these activities is voluntary and dependent upon your own personal judgment. As organizers we make no claims regarding any expertise for this outing. This is not a guided tour.
Lifejackets (PFD's) are required when paddling with this group.
Consuming alcohol during any Casual Kayakers event is prohibited.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Paddle Lake MassabesicClair's Landing, Auburn, NH
Join us for a paddle on the eastern "Front Pond" of Lake Massabesic. This is the larger portion of the lake and, as such, it's very popular with recreational motor boaters and fishermen. Consequently, we can expect some wave action here and there due to boat wakes. It can also get very windy on the lake, thereby making for a tough paddle. Keep this in mind.
Wearing a lifejacket (PFD) is mandatory when paddling with us.
IMPORTANT: There is no swimming at Lake Massabesic (see boating on Lake Massabesic info). Only sit-in kayaks are allowed; no sit-on, SUP or inflatable boats. Also, the town requests that paddlers wear rubber boots to prevent skin contact with the water.
Parking: The parking can be tight at this put-in due to the presence of vehicles with boat trailers, but we can double up on the parking spots, one behind the other. I expect that it will be busy, so arrive early if you can.
Post-Paddle Food & Libations
After our paddle, we may head down the road to The Auburn Tavern for some post-paddle food and libations.The Auburn Tavern
346 Hooksett Road
Auburn, NH 03032
(603) 587-2057Downloadable Lake Massabesic Map
Boating on Lake Massabesic Information
AS A CONDITION OF ATTENDING THIS MEETUP, YOU AGREE TO: Hold harmless, and indemnify the organizers and their relations and heirs, and all members and participants of the Meetup group from any and all claims for injury, illness, death, and/or property damage including those caused by negligence, ignorance, inexperience and other reasons. You also agree to assume all mental, physical, financial, and/or other risk associated with this meetup. Kayaking, camping, hiking, bicycling, and other activities pose inherent risks and dangers. Participation in these activities is voluntary and dependent upon your own personal judgment. As organizers, we make no claims regarding any expertise for this outing. This is not a guided tour.
Consuming alcohol before or during our events is prohibited.