AMC Narragansett Standup Paddleboarding on Narrow River

We are trying again for a nice weather paddle, this time on the beautiful Narrow River in Narragansett, part of the Pettaquamscutt (Narrow) River Watershed. This will be an all SUP paddle with standup paddleboarders (SUPers). Plan on a review of equipment and basic strokes, and easy going paddling downriver past the Sprague Bridge towards the southern end of Narragansett Beach. Distance to cover- 2 miles round trip. This paddle trip is rated Easy using the AMC difficulty rating system- see https://www.outdoors.org/outdoor-activities/difficulty-ratings.
We will all learn something new and have a good time. Water temperature will be about 69 degrees. Wind is always a key factor in standup paddleboarding, and we are hoping that it will be minimal given our midday departure. Low tide will be about noon, so we plan to depart at 11:30AM heading south, then ride the incoming tide back northward.
We’ll be meeting at Narrow River Kayaks, 94 Middlebridge Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882. Remember, this will be a Sunday on the holiday weekend, so allow extra time for travel, especially heading south on Route 4 and Route 1, which tends to clog with beach going traffic.
If you need a board, paddle, and PFD, please contact Jason Considine, who established NRK paddling outpost decades ago. You’ll be able to rent equipment for roughly $30 per person with discount, either by calling him at (401) 829-7534 or using this form- https://www.narrowriverkayaks.com/paddle-event-rentals. Just let them know you are with the AMC Narragansett Chapter group. You can bring your own board, paddle, and personal flotation device (PFD) if you wish. Do let me know if you plan to rent.
Please get there around 11AM so that we can get everyone squared away. You must wear a PFD on this trip. We also strongly recommend water shoes/booties, sunscreen, a hat, and of course, plenty of water.
You must register on the AMC website in advance. Start at https://www.outdoors.org/outdoor-activities/paddle. For this activity you do not need to become an AMC member (though we hope you do!).

REMEMBER- A MEETUP RSVP IS NOT A REGISTRATION. YOU MUST REGISTER ON THE AMC WEBSITE TO SECURE YOUR SPOT.
Looking forward to a beautiful day on the water!