Memorial Day Kayaking on Lake Erie

We will put in at Madison Township park (2065 Hubbard Rd, Madison, OH 44057) at the north end of SR 528 next to the Vincent Williams winery at 10:00 AM. We will paddle to Arcola Creek park approximately 2.5 miles to the east, and then back to our start point. There is a really nice beach at Arcola park with a lagoon area that has abundant wildlife where we can stop. The round trip distance is approximately 5.5 to 6 miles. We can lunch at one of the surrounding restaurants as an option when we return.

Experience Level - You should have experience kayaking on Lake Erie with an understanding of the risks of kayaking on the lake. You should be able to do a wet exit of your kayak if needed.

What to bring:

• Kayak with spray skirt
• Life jacket
• Paddle
• Kayak pump or bailer with tow rope for kayak
• Wet suit or change of dry clothes in a dry bag
• Clothes appropriate for the weather conditions
• Water and snacks

I have a few extra dry bags and other equipment if needed. Just post a note below.

Safety - The trip will be cancelled or an alternative proposed if any of the following conditions exist on the day of the trip.

• White caps
• Thunder/lightening
• High winds or waves higher than two feet
• Air temperatures below 55F

I will check the weather conditions the evening before and the morning of the event. I will post updates.

We will stay close to shore following the shoreline. The water temperature will likely be in the 60Fs.