What we’re about
SUP! We are a FREE and social, inclusive club serious about wringing every ounce of happiness out of the sunny Seattle summer by taking advantage of the scenic PNW waterways: stand-up paddle boarding style! Join us with your paddle board at various bodies of water in the greater Seattle area for the happiest happy hour yet! BYOP (Bring Your Own Paddle board)
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Puget Sound Paddle - Henderson Inlet! (Olympia)Starbucks - West Lake Union, Seattle, WA
NOTE: I will have 19 extra kayaks, paddles, and life vests available to borrow. My kayaks have a weight limit of 250 lbs per person including gear. Please comment below if interested.
NOTE: this meetup is cross-listed with the Seattle Millennials and Gen Z Meetup, but all ages are welcome.
NOTE : I created a WhatsApp group / channel to facilitate communication between the three meetup groups for this specific event, since the meetup app doesn't always work well. You can join here:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/EODQ9tOazRfJz5941Vclbw
Join us for a pleasant weekend paddle through calm bays and inlets of the Puget Sound!
Paddlers of all experience levels are welcome! That being said, if you are bringing your own paddleboard, oru kayak, or inflatable kayak, I require that you have prior experience paddling several miles with your gear! Sometimes it gets windy on these lakes, and those particular watercraft can struggle. If you are borrowing a kayak from me or have a hard plastic kayak, you are fine!
We will be paddling approximately 9 miles, which is a medium-long length trip for us. It would probably be tough and draining for most beginners, but still doable. It involves 3 to 4 hours of paddling. You will have time to eat a packed lunch before the paddle and we will also stop to eat snacks during the paddle, so be sure to bring snacks and water to consume before, during, and after the paddle! Kayaking can be more draining than hiking, especially for beginners, and you will need energy!
Please bring clothes and especially SHOES that can get wet! I recommend close-toed shoes like beach shoes or maybe crocs. Sandals or flip flops can leave your feet exposed to injuries from rocky terrain if we encounter it. Don't forget SUNGLASSES and SUNSCREEN either! For the rest of your outfit, I recommend SYNTHETIC or wool fabrics that will dry quickly. Swimsuits and polyester running shirts are great for warm weather. For colder or rainy weather, I recommend a fleece or wool sweater, a rainproof shell, and hardshell pants.
For those who are bringing their own kayak or paddleboard, we'll meet at the Woodard Bay Recreation Area at 11, and we'll try to be ready to paddle by 11:15. We'll spend 15 to 30 minutes eating lunch or snacks before departing. If you are borrowing a kayak from me and meeting me at the launch, please arrive a bit earlier at 10:30 instead since I need to take a headcount and I need more time than other paddlers to set up.
We'll paddle to the far southern end of the inlet and back. I estimate that we will get back to the launch spot at 4:30 PM, finish packing up by 5:15 PM, and be back in Seattle by 6 PM.
Here's the location of the launch:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Fah9ty45dvmYhnJG8
Attendees are required to complete the waiver :
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBr6y8g_WG6TBaHauUk--QOF9IIjyMz-sRFeKG3UodI7VRtQ/viewform
The waiver also contains safety information that may impact your preparation, so please complete the waiver BEFORE you depart for the activity. You only need to fill it out once, ever.
Everything below relates to carpooling:
We'll meet at the Starbucks at 1200 Westlake Ave N at 9 AM and split into our carpools at around 9:15! Let us know before 9 AM if you are on your way. We generally wait 15 minutes for people to arrive. If you are arriving with your own car, be sure to park in a spot marked "ALL DAY" parking (in case you end up not driving)! Please coordinate carpools in the comments or better yet, the google doc!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dIEFfCuCSDhyM7r55Y_3qZIUBT5aVdGIscsxdZDmTl8/edit?usp=sharing
Please post if you can drive or if you need a ride!
If you are going to arrange your carpool to meet somewhere OTHER THAN the Starbucks on Lake Union, I suggest a park and ride such as Greenlake, Northgate, Eastgate, or Tukwila/SouthCenter. Passengers, please do not ask to be picked up at your home; drivers, please don't offer to do so. It usually creates problems and makes the timing and logistics much more complicated, since people often aren't ready on time, cancel last minute, or just plain don't show up. On the other hand, dropping people off at their home after the hike is much easier.
- First Paddle of the Year @ Seattle Lake Union! ☀️🏔️🐳Gas Works Park, Seattle, WA
Join us for ☀️ Seattle Paddleboard Club's first week night paddle of the year!
Let's enjoy the beautiful weather and hang out on Lake Union! We'll meet at Gasworks Park at 6:30 pm to begin inflating our boards and try to take off from there at around 6:45. We will probably paddle northeast and then stop by Gasworks Brewing on our way back! Their burgers and brews are amazing!
To find the group, post a comment on this event, or better yet, join our WhatsApp chat!
https://chat.whatsapp.com/JgjKL0WVN0nIgFdnUJD7yl
Parking:
There is usually parking in the parking lot, otherwise you can find spots along the road to the northeast of the park, then walk or paddle down.Attendees are required to complete the waiver :
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBr6y8g_WG6TBaHauUk--QOF9IIjyMz-sRFeKG3UodI7VRtQ/viewform
The waiver also contains safety information that may impact your preparation, so please complete the waiver BEFORE you depart for the activity. You only need to fill it out once, ever.
BYOP (Bring Your Own Paddle board) - I think the rental locations will close before the meetup ends.
What to bring:
Your SUP and paddle
Your SUP pump if your board is inflatable
A personal floatation device (WA state law!)
A whistle or horn (WA state law!)
A drink to stay hydrated and a snack for an energy boost
A small dry bag for your phone, keys, wallet, and shoes
