Kayak Lake Union w Joe, Tue 5:30pm. Beginners Welcome. + 2026 Tour Announcements

One of Meetup's most popular events - Kayaking on Lake Union with Joe! Great for BEGINNERS and experienced paddlers!

You LOVE kayaking or want to try.. You CRAVE warmth & sunshine..
You DELIGHT in meeting new friends. Gorgeous, 80+ degrees weather this week. 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. (We could always use more 'Males/Men' to join us).

STRICT MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE of ONLY 14.

KAYAKERS, Meet at NWOC, right at 5:30pm.
BE ON TIME! (allow extra time for Seattle's horrible traffic)
Free parking after 4 pm.
(Or, Metro Bus #40 stops right in front.)
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ORGANIZER:
Joe Staiano, 206-305-2200. (not avail after 5:30 pm, while kayaking)
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 $27 per person sharing double. $35 for single.
(pay when finished, NWOC takes cash or credit card).

• Bring $3 cash per person for Joe to tip the NWOC Kayak staff
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  WHAT IS PROVIDED:

• Kayak, paddle, lifejacket

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WHAT TO WEAR:
sneakers or sandals
shorts or pants that are OK to get a little wet
t-shirt and or long sleeve shirt.

WHAT TO BRING:
Water bottle
sun hat
sun screen
sun glasses
dry shorts or 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:
Active & Awesome 40-60, Singles Travel, SOA, and PNW Hiking and Adventures 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?
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

BAJA ADVENTURE WEEK
7 days, Feb 24- Mar 2, 2026.
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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ICELAND NORTHERN LIGHTS QUEST
7 days, March 14 - 20, 2026
Our 3rd year running this tour. Last year's group had an absolute blast! Soaking in hot nature baths, hiking volcanic cones, exploring lava tunnels, glacier trekking.. and yes.. Northern Lights.
Iceland Northern Lights Quest - Meaningful Trips
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New! PORTUGAL's CAMINO De SANTIAGO HIKING
9 days, late May 23 - 31, 2026
We love Portugal and strong hikers will love this too! Enjoy gorgeous Porto, then hike 12 - 14 miles per day following the famed 'Camino de Santiago' into Spain and through a mix of urban and natural landscapes.
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New! NORWAY ULTIMATE ADVENTURE
11 Days, July 23 - Aug 02, 2026 **WAITLIST-ONLY**
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. **WAITLIST-ONLY**
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PORTUGAL HIGHLIGHTS
10 Days, Sept 18 - 27, 2026
Our third time running this popular tour. Portugal has it all.. Historic cities, UNESCO sights, fairytale castles, wineries, nature parks, urban and nature walks, warm beaches, mouthwatering food, and, of course, wine! Spend time in Lisbon and Porto, visit Sintra castle, medieval Evora and Lagos beaches, and toast it all with a glass of Vino Verde or Port.
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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