20th South Bass Island Kayak Rendezvous LAKE ERIE

Hey Gang. Join us as we join other kayakers for the premier Lake Erie kayaking event of 2024!

We'll be joining hundreds of other kayakers for Day Paddling, visiting the sites and there are OPTIONS FOR CROSSING LAKE ERIE if weather turns sour in either direction. This will be year number 14 celebrating the South Bass Island Kayak Rendezvous as the premier kayaking gathering on Lake Erie. Join more than 100 kayakers from the tri-state area and beyond for a weekend of paddling, camping, socializing and exploring the islands located in the western basin of Lake Erie. For beginners there are paddling opportunities within the Put-in-Bay Harbor, for intermediate paddlers, there are miles of island coastline to paddle and for experienced paddlers there are dozens of open water crossings between islands to explore.

For any questions, call (614) 361-3106 ask for Michael / Kayaking.

Reserve Campground at South Bass Island State Park
http://parks.ohiodnr.gov/southbassisland

Advanced Kayakers ---> Encouraged to make the Lake Crossing & visit other islands
Intermediate Kayakers ---> Encouraged to make the Lake Crossing weather permitting. Otherwise ferry your kayak. Then explore all around the Island's shore!
Beginner Kayakers ----> Ferry your kayak and enjoy paddling all there is to see in Put-In-Bay Harbor! Many inland attractions including bars.

Must Click this Link --> http://www.sbikayakrendezvous.com/
[Website transcript]
June 11-13, 2021 South Bass Island: This will be year number 16 (2.0), (our 2020 event was cancelled due to CV-19) in celebrating, the South Bass Island Kayak Rendezvous as the premier kayaking gathering on Lake Erie. Join more than 100 kayakers from the tri-state area and beyond for a weekend of paddling, camping, socializing and exploring the islands located in the western basin of Lake Erie.

Each year on the second weekend after Memorial Day, paddlers have descended upon the South Bass Island State Park for this annual gathering. This paddler organized event, brings kayakers together for a fun weekend. Safety is our utmost concern and paddlers are encouraged to plan their own water based activities, but join our land based social functions. There are countless paddling opportunities among the islands of the Western Basin. For beginners there are paddling opportunities within the Put-in-Bay Harbor, for intermediate paddlers, there are miles of island coastline to paddle and for experienced paddlers there are dozens of open water crossings between islands to explore. See our paddling page for destination ideas for your weekend.

South Bass Island is a perfect paddling location for kayakers who want to rough it at the State Park or for those who like to be close to civilization. The amenities at the State Park are excellent, the views from the cliff-side campsites are amazing, and downtown Put-in-Bay is a close walk or shuttle drive.

Paddlers can make the crossing from the mainland or they can take the Miller Ferry. If the weather turns, the Miller Ferry is an excellent safety gap for the return trip to the mainland.

Most of all, come, paddle, socialize and experience the wonderful gem we call the Erie Islands!

Special Guest for 2020- TBD: Announcement coming soon! We've had some awesome speakers over the years, stay tuned for great news!]

Safety level higher at this event on Lake Erie Rolling knowledge encouraged.

• Must have own kayak for this event with skirt.
• Reminder PFD is needed for this open water outing.
• Return back whenever you like but must travel in groups no less than 2. This event is for Intermediate Skill level at a minimum. As always, Area Weather (https://weather.com/weather/tenday/l/43456:4:US)
  KayakOhio! isn't responsible for lost items at the event.

Must Click this Link --> http://www.sbikayakrendezvous.com/