Kayak Lake Union w Joe, beginners welcome. 2 pm. … + 2026 Tour Announcements

Kayaking in January? 50 degrees & sunny on Fri, so heck yeah!
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Friday 2 pm - 4 pm.
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One of Meetup's most popular events - Kayaking on Lake Union with Joe! Great for BEGINNERS and experienced paddlers! Have off? Or, can get out early? Join us.

After kayaking, perhaps a beer or Thai food.

You LIKE kayaking or want to try..
You DELIGHT in meeting new friends.
you LOVE gorgeous, sunny, 50 degrees!
Get out of work early.. it’s worth it!
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Cross-posted w other Meetups: 40 - 60 Active & Awesome, SOA, and PNW Hiking & Adventures.

KAYAKERS, Meet at NWOC, right at 2 pm.
(Paid parking until 4 pm). (Or, Metro Bus #40 stops right in front)

BE ON TIME!

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ORGANIZER:
Joe Staiano, 206-305-2200. joe@MeaningfulTrip(dot)com
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We have mix of double & single kayaks. We always pair any first-timer with a more experienced paddler in a double kayak.
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ANSWERS TO FREQUENT QUESTIONS:
OK for first-timers, YES
Is there a BATHROOM... YES
Is there changing room?.. YES
Sorry.. No SUP or inflatables
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APPROX COST FOR Hour & Half:
Approx $28 per person sharing double. $38 for single.
(pay when finished, NWOC takes cash or credit card).

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PROVIDED: Kayak, paddle, lifejacket
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WHAT TO BRING:
Sweater
Windbreaker
Water bottle
sun hat
sun glasses
Light gloves
dry pants to change into after
$3 cash to give to Joe to distribute tips to kayak staff
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OTHER IMPORTANT ITEMS:
-All my Meetups are always inclusive to all races, religions and identities
-Never leave any valuables visible in your car.
-Folks will give, wallets, car keys to joe, which are kept safely inside NWOC office. (never want to risk a wallet or keys falling into the lake)
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DISCLAIMER:
‘Meetups’ are not professional guide services. Event leaders function as facilitators only to enhance your outdoor experience. You join this active event at your own risk and hold harmless Meetup leaders in the event of injury or loss.

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DREAMING of TRAVEL?
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Organizer, Joe Staiano, is also a travel and tour professional with 28 years experience.. and for last 6 years has taken Seattle Meetup members on awesome, active, and spectacularly fun tours to Baja, Costa Rica, Portugal, Iceland, Italy and more. JOIN US!

**Email organizer to get your name on the Adventure Tour email list. joe@meaningfultrip.com**
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2026 ADVENTURE TOURS & VACATIONS
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BAJA ADVENTURE WEEK
7 days, Feb 24- Mar 2, 2026.
(Only 2 spots left.. join us)
Our 6th year running this popular tour.. kayaking, SUP, snorkeling w sea lions, swimming w whale sharks, and getting up close to momma and baby gray whales. 2 nights camping, 4 nights comfy hotel.
BAJA Adventure Week, Mexico - Meaningful Trips
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New! NORWAY ULTIMATE ADVENTURE
11 Days, July 23 - Aug 02, 2026.
NORWAY... a perfect blend of nature, culture, activities such as hiking, kayaking, and glacier trekking as we wind our way through art-filled cities, dramatic fjords. Trip is already half full, Contact organizer now.
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Join Joe's 'Travel Email List' for fresh updates on 2026 travels!
**For detailed info, inquire at: joe@meaningfultrip.com**

And please visit https://www.meaningfultrip.com