Saugatuck River launch thru the Norwalk Islands!

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Please arrive early to get yourself situated. We will launch promptly at 10:00 am. Get there early to park, set up your boat and get dressed. The river is tidal and we will not wait. Do not block the launch area, stage your boats on the side.

We will paddle past Peck's Ledge Light and thru the islands to enjoy the beauty of the LI sound. We'll have lunch stop. There may be a shorter paddle of approximately 7- 9 miles in addition to the full 14 mile paddle depending on the group. The full paddle will go to Sheffield Is, approximate total distance 14 miles. Please put in comments your preference and we will try to accommodate.

Sea kayaks only 14' minimum, NO canoes, SOT's SUP's, Inflatables, Rafts or pets allowed. Surfskis Ok.

Dress for immersion, pack sunscreen, lunch, water, meds anything you need for a day trip. Please put a change of clothes, in a dry bag and put it in your hatch. PFD'S MUST be worn & fastened at all times. No exceptions.

Keep in mind that swells, currents, wind, tides, and other natural factors not found in inland venues will require vigilance and an honest self-assessment of your skills and conditioning before you decide to venture out. This is a gathering of people enjoying a common interest, not a guided tour, so your personal safety is your responsibility alone. You should know how to assist/self rescue and keep a pace with the group. This is an intermediate paddle not suitable for beginners.

Low tide @ Saugatuck river is 12:01 pm, 0.2'. Hi tide is 6:07 pm, 7'

The launch is on Elaine Rd past the Westport town sewage treatment plant, turn left under the hwy into the parking lot. There is a port o potty.

Check back the Friday before for a weather update.
my cell---if needed (845) 548-2198.