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 (3)
See all- Easy Paddle on the Concord River to Minute Man National ParkCarlisle Road Boat Launch, Bedford, MA
The weather on Saturday is looking good -- mostly sunny, temps in the low 80s, and less humid than it's been lately. Come join us for a relaxing, easy-paced paddle to Minute Man National Park in Concord, MA, the cradle of liberty for our country. We'll put in on the Concord River at the Carlisle Road boat launch in Bedford, MA. From there, we'll paddle up river to the park, where we'll stop for a lunch break. Along the way, we'll paddle past the Little Meadow Conservation Area, as well as the Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. If you haven't been to Minuteman before, the park is the site of the historic Old North Bridge and the statue commemorating the "shot heard round the world" and the start of the American Revolution.
The round-trip distance for this paddle is approximately 9 miles.
Carlisle Road Boat Launch
281 Carlisle Road, Bedford, MA
(Note: Address is approximate)Wearing a lifejacket (PFD) is mandatory when paddling with this group.
Post-Paddle Ice Cream
Kimball Farm Ice Cream
343 Bedford Rd, Carlisle, MA
978-369-1910
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Note: Kimball Farms is just down the road from the boat launch, heading north on Route 225.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.
- Courtesy Post - Isle of Shoals Mothership Adventure - Plum Island KayakNeeds location
Join the fun on Plum Island Kayak's guided tour of the Isles of Shoals! We take a ferry out to the Isles of Shoals, loaded with all of the kayaks! Use our boats or bring your own. Participants can kayak to see seals, visit a lighthouse, explore the islands, and afterwards take a swim, a hike, eat ice cream, or relax by the water before returning to Rye via ferry. To register or have your questions answered, go to
Plum Island Kayak Isle of Shoals Adventure
You must register in advance with Plum Island Kayak.
