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Executive Board, Board of Directors

& Committee Chairs !Page 2

President’s Message

Page 3

HELP WANTED Page 4

Annual Awards/Post Holiday

Dinner Page 5

Level 4 Paddling Pages 6 & 7 !

Against the Clock Pages 8 to 12

WERTHEIM 3 !

2014-Twin Forks Inner Bays Paddling

Challenge Pages 14 to 18 !

COLD WATER Peer Practice

Pages 19 to 212 !WIND & WAVES

Pages 23 to 32 !NACK ACA Instructor

Profile Pages 33 & 34

WINTER POOL Page 35 !

Cold Water Can KILL!

Page36

NACK Bucks & Meetings

Page 37 !KLASSIFIEDS

Page 38 !WHAT WE DO

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North Atlantic Canoe & Kayak, Inc. is a Long Island, New York based Paddling Club. We are an American Canoe Association (ACA) Paddle America Club and a NYS not-for-profit organization serving Long Island and Northeast America. NACK was formed to promote ongoing education in safe and responsible canoeing and kayaking for paddlers of all skill levels on the rivers, lakes and coastal waters of the northeastern United States. We paddle safely, seek adventure and fellowship. We meet monthly, have trips, and many learning and training opportunities. Paddle our site at: www.get-the-NACK.org.

!We Are serious about fun!!

When you sit in the cockpit of your boat, you are at eye level with the world around you: a curious harbor seal, a magnificent sea cliff of forbidding granite, the horizon line as the sun breaks free for the day. This vantage point is breathtaking in its intimacy. There are no motors, no railings around you. Just a thin wall of materials separates your lower body from the water, and you experience the temper of the water as you paddle or sit quietly at rest. In sea kayaking, there are no trails or tracks to follow. You decide were you want to go and how fast you want to get there. With a few inches of water to float your boat, you can be on your way. You may paddle a few minutes from shore to enjoy your morning coffee in solitude, or you may click off mile after mile to reach an island destination. You may poke around the backwaters of a salt marsh, or you may scream down the face of a wave. It’s your boat and your choice. This is the sport of sea kayaking I love so dearly. ! A Ragged Mountain Press Woman’s Guide: Sea Kayaking, Introduction, 1998 by Shelly Johnson

QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER & JOURNAL

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www.Get-The-NACK.orgP.O. Box 124Wantagh, NY [email protected] Board

John W.. . . . . . . . . . . President.. . . . . . . . . . bluek[at]weickert.com. . . . . . 917-681-0749Steve M.. . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer. . . . . . . . . . mcdonald[at]optonline.netBob H.. . . . . . . . . . . . Vice-President. . . . . . hawkmac[at]optonline.netJulie M.. . . . . . . . . . . Secretary.. . . . . . . . . . hawkmac51[at]optonline.net

Board of Directors

Elizabeth O.. . . . . . . . Founding Director. . . changingtidespc[at]gmail.com...203-903-5705Gordon D.. . . . . . . . . Founding Director. . . gdayton2[at]gmail.comJohn W.. . . . . . . . . . . Board Chairman. . . . . bluek[at]weickert.com. . . . . . 917-681-0749Steven M.. . . . . . . . . . Director. . . . . . . . . . . mcdonald[at]optonline.netRoy B.. . . . . . . . . . . . Director. . . . . . . . . . . rbaillar[at]optonline.netAnn K.. . . . . . . . . . . . Director. . . . . . . . . . . akaiser12[at]icloud.com.. . . . 516-445-5504Debbie H.. . . . . . . . . . Director. . . . . . . . . . . Hikerdebb[at]aol.com. . . . . . 516-449-5521Matt F.... . . . . . . . . . . Director-at-Large. . . . Mattyferrizz[at]hotmail.comBuddy F... . . . . . . . . . Director. . . . . . . . . . . bfic[at]hotmail.com

Committee Chairpersons

Steve M.. . . . . . . . . . . Awards. . . . . . . . . . . . mcdonald[at]optonline.netAnn K........ . . . . . . . . Training Coordinator. akaiser12[at]icloud.com.. . . . 516-445-5504Debbie H... . . . . . . . . Trip Coordinator. . . . Hikerdebb[at]aol.com. . . . . . 516-449-5521Steve M.. . . . . . . . . . . Webmaster. . . . . . . . . mcdonald[at]optonline.netGreg W.... . . . . . . . . . Asst Webmaster. . . . . greg.weber[at]gpakc.com. . . 631-368-5606Bob H... . . . . . . . . . . . Membership. . . . . . . . hawkmac[at]optonline.netAnn K.. . . . . . . . . . . . Corresponding Sec.. . akaiser12[at]icloud.com.. . . . 516-445-5504Matt F.. . . . . . . . . . . . Library/Greeter.. . . . . mattyferrizz[at]optonline.netRobert F.. . . . . . . . . . Greeter/Library.. . . . . RobKen[at]optonline.net. . . . 631-472-0373Harold M... . . . . . . . . Newsletter. . . . . . . . . halmcl[at]mac.comTom S.. . . . . . . . . . . . Work. . . . . . . . . . . . . tstraub[at]optonline.net. . . . . 631-204-9957Mary Anne.. . . . . . . . Social. . . . . . . . . . . . . mar13004[at]aol.com. . . . . . . 631-942-3098John W.. . . . . . . . . . . ACA Liaison. . . . . . . bluek[at]weickert.com. . . . . . 917-681-0749Gordon D.. . . . . . . . . Advisor / Historian.. . gdayton2[at]gmail.comPaul V.. . . . . . . . . . . . Outreach/Show.. . . . . villano[at]optonline.netRoy B.. . . . . . . . . . . . Facebook. . . . . . . . . . rbaillar[at]optonline.net



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An ACA Paddle America Club & NYS Non-Profit Corporation

www.Get-The-NACK.orgP.O. Box 124Wantagh, NY [email protected]

PRESIDENTS MESSAGEIt is that time of year that we celebrate family and friends and I am proud to say NACK is

my friend and extended family. I wish everyone a very Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and aHappy New Year.

Looking back over this past year we have a lot to be thankful for. It is always a pleasureto welcome new members to our club. We had a successful training schedule and administeredLevel 1, 2, & 3 assessments with a very large success rate. Peer practices are always wellattended, it is music to my ears when you hear “ I Did it”, whatever “it” is. We also had manypaddles and a few special or destination paddles, including the Shinnecock Canal, the Fire IslandLight House, and a guided tour on the Carmens River. I am hoping to see many more paddlesnext year.

Our end of season BBQ became a catered lobster bake with fish dinners and heros toround it out. Our Awards Dinner is on January 25, this has always been a great affair and I amlooking forward to seeing everyone in there.

The 2015 paddling year is starting now and we have a few things already planned. Royhas a New Years Day Paddle to start. The pool sessions are filled and we have Cheri Perry & Turner Wilson coming on January 24 to teach Greenland Rolling. In March we have PaddleSport2015 by The Jersey Paddler, always a great event

Last year we had a few meetings in February, March, and April, on a Saturday and we areplanning the same again, so let us know what topic you would like to see, it does not have to beonly Kayaking.

We need to get even more paddles on our schedule this year. To help this along we willhave Trip Leader Training on May 16 & 30, it will be at a reduced cost as long as you lead tripsfor our club, contact Ann K for more information.

Again I am writing this before, during, and after the Holidays, so have a great HolidaySeason and a Very Happy New Year.

See you on the water,John Weickert, Jr.

John Weickert, JrPresident



HELP WANTED

NACK requests that all members donate 10 hours annually to the club.

This can be done in several ways including but not limited to:

• Helping out at the club booth at NACK outreach events like:

o The Captree Seafood Festival.

o The New Jersey Paddlers Show.

o The Belmont Lake State Park Pumpkin Tow.

Compensated at the actual number of hours helped out at the event.

• Helping out in one of the Committee Chairpersons.

• Positions currently or soon to be vacant and currently require a Chairperson:

o Social: Organize Winter Holiday/Awards Dinner, as well as the end of summer BBQ and other Special events. Compensated at 2 hours per month (24 Hours a year).

o Work: Maintain NACK Work Credit Accounting Database. Compensated at 2 hours per month (24 Hours a year). A current knowledge in the use of Excel will be most helpful in this position.

In addition to helping out the club, NACK Hours earned can turn into NACK BUCKS, which may be like money in the bank explained as follows:

• First you donate 10 hours annually to NACK, and then for every additional 10 NACK Hours annually earned, you earn a NACK Buck, which can be used as $25.00 discounts on training classes and swimming pool sessions. By helping out at a Chairperson Position, you would both fulfill your 10 hour annual obligation to NACK, and earn a NACK Buck. By the way, NACK Buck’s don’t expire.

There are frequently openings on these and other positions, that we all need the members help with.

Please paddle over and help out.

If you are willing to accept one of these positions, or would like additional information, please email Bob Horchler at [email protected], and cc John Weickert Jr. at [email protected] .

Thank you and NACK hopes to hear from you soon.



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NACK Annual Awards/Post Holiday Dinner!

NOW HEAR THIS! To All NACK Paddlers and Friends: This is something that you don’t want to miss. Sunday 5:30 to 8:30 PM January 25. Unless you are in the Caribbean or Florida or paddling someplace where it is really warm like Thailand.

NACK has planned a NACK Annual Awards/Post Holiday Dinner for you at the Irish Coffee Pub, (631-277-0007) 131 Carlton Avenue, East Islip, NY 11730 on Sunday January 25 at 5:30 PM The past the food and company will be excellent. Dinner will be served at 5:30 pm and is $40.00 cash per person. NACK will subsidize overage. There is a cash bar. Please respond as soon as possible with an email or phone call that says: I will attend; or I will not attend (i.e. I know for sure I will be out of town). This will help Mary Anne approximate a head count and work with the restaurant.

A final tally will be done the week before the Dinner. Don’t miss out.

Looking forward to seeing you. !Happy and Healthy 2015! !

Call or email me: Mary Anne R!cell phone 631-942-3098 •

[email protected]!

Cold water paddling photos Curtesy of Alan





Level 4

!On Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27 & 28th Alex and I and several members of the Sebago

Kayak Club took a level 4 training class with Bonnie Aldinger and Quint Klinger, both level 4 instructors and members of Sebago. The Saturday class focused on navigation while the Sunday class focused on learning control and techniques for maneuvering in the surf zone as well as doing some actual surfing. The weather was perfect both days with temps close to 80 and manageable winds.

Both days included instruction on land to preview the days agenda and discuss the dynamics of the currents and eddies we would be maneuvering in. We reviewed techniques for entering and exiting eddy lines as well as landing and launching in surf,



It was two great days of class and learned so much as well as met some awesome people.

Looking forward to doing a lot more surfing with the confidence that I have the skills to do it safely. — Debbie H

Look for Debbie and Alex in the Group



NACK KAYAKERS PADDLE AGAINST THE CLOCK AND OTHERS

September 29, 2014

Ron Herrmann !NACK was well represented on the race circuit this season, competing in four separate paddle races in the waters of the Long Island Sound, Peconic Bay and the Hudson River, accumulating a combined paddling distance of over 100 miles. !NACK’s season opened on July 26th with Paddle Battle LI; a Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP), kayak, and canoe race on the Peconic River and Flanders Bay. The event helped raise money for The Riverhead Foundation for Marine Research and Preservation, and the East End Tourism Alliance. Both SUPs and kayaks were equally represented in a field of 120, competing in a variety of race categories including: Elite Class Unlimited—12-mile, SUP—2.5 and 5-mile, SUP 150-yard Sprint Race, Recreational Class Kayak—2.5 and 5-mile, Sea Kayak—5-mile, Unlimited Kayak—5-mile, and Mixed Double—2.5-mile. Race divisions were further broken down by sex and age category. The 12-mile Elite Class Unlimited was comprised of surfskis, kayaks, outrigger canoes, tandem kayaks and SUPs. Congratulations to Lynne for taking 1st place in the Women’s Sea Kayak 5-mile race, with a time of 1:04:32, a pace of over 4.7 mph. In the 12-mile Elite Class Unlimited race, Ron finished 5th in his division with a time of 2:26:14, a pace of 4.9 mph.

The Lighthouse to Lighthouse Race (L2L), host to the East Coast Surfski Championships, was held on Saturday, September 6th in Norwalk, CT. In addition to surfski racers, it is open to all paddle craft. Of the 145 competing paddle craft, 110 were in the 14-mile course, which starts on Shady Beach in Norwalk, proceeds south around Peck’s Ledge Lighthouse, then west around the Norwalk Islands to Green’s Ledge Lighthouse and back. The remaining 35 boats competed in the 7-mile race, which follows the same course to a turnaround buoy, located 3.5 miles from the start/finish line. Being that this is the East Coast Surfski Championship, the 85 surfskis clearly dominated the field in quantity and speed. The remaining 60 craft included: single and double sea kayaks and fast sea kayaks, 1-, 2-, and 6-person outrigger canoes, sliding seat racers, SUPs and row boats. NACK was represented by Ron who competed in the 14-mile race in the fast sea kayak division, with a time of 2:50:34. Proceeds from the race go to the Norwalk River Rowing Organization and Achilles International, which sponsor a competitive open water kayak-racing program for athletes with disabilities.

A beautiful, but quite breezy, 70o sunny day, set the stage for the 1st Great Peconic Race; an advanced recreational and elite 19-mile paddle race circumnavigating Shelter Island. An 11-mile course was also available for those who didn’t want to complete the entire loop. The September 14th race, held in honor of Ted Baldwin, supports the Rogue Wave Foundation, which provides inspiration and guidance to east end teens. Three NACK members were part of the 70 paddlers participating in this challenge: Dara, Colin, and Ron, paddled in their trusty sea kayaks. They started the race at 8:40 in a heat that included 30 seated paddle craft comprised of surfskis, sea kayaks, outrigger canoes, and sliding seat racers. The 40 SUPs were all started in one heat 10 minutes earlier. The strong northerly winds combined with the strong currents around Shelter Island resulted in exciting and strenuous paddling conditions in the choppy waters. Nonetheless, the paddlers forged their way around the circumference of the island to return to the starting point at Wade’s Beach, where they were met with cheers from bystanders on the beach. Dara and Colin circumnavigated together covering the 19.1 miles in 4:58, a pace just under 4 mph, earning Dara 1st place in her division. Ron completed the loop in 3:42, a pace of 5.1 mph, qualifying for 2nd in his division.



The Hook Mountain Challenge held in Nyack, NY, on the Hudson River on September 28th raises money for the Nayak Homeless Project which helps families in need. A field of 30 kayakers came out to participate in the 6 and 12 miles races which follow the west shore of the Hudson River past the spectacular cliffs of Hook Mountain State Park. A time of 2:48:28 in the 12 mile race (which actually measured out to be 14.5 miles) was enough to give Ron 1st place in the 16’ and over sea kayak division.

All four events were extremely well organized, including excellent communication between organizers and participants, sufficient safety personnel on and off the water, a delicious barbecue, and a well-run award ceremony.

There are many aspects to sea kayaking including: boat handling skill, safety, adventure, being close to nature, navigation, environmental friendliness, fitness, camaraderie and competition. The sport, along with the effort and camaraderie among the paddling community, offer us the opportunity to test ourselves against others, distances, the clock, or any goal we may set for ourselves. If you haven’t yet tried a race, small or large, long or short, give it a go and add it to your kayaking repertoire.

To find out more information about the above races and to consider 2015 visit: !Paddle Battle LI: http://www.paddlebattleli.com/ Lighthouse to Lighthouse Race: http://www.lighthousetolighthouse.org/ Great Peconic Race: http://greatpeconicrace.com/ The Hook Mountain Challenge: https://www.facebook.com/TheHookMountainChallenge

Lynne maintaining a steady cadence at Paddle Battle LI



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http://www.lighthousetolighthouse.org/

http://greatpeconicrace.com/

https://www.facebook.com/TheHookMountainChallenge

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Lynne receives 1st place honors at Paddle Battle LI



Ron H crossing the finish line at Paddle Battle



Ron rounds Greens Ledge Lighthouse, the 7 mile midpoint, during the Lighthouse to Lighthouse race



Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge ! Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge is one of the great places to paddle on Long Island. Lucky for me that I committed and told Paul V that I would show up on Saturday October 18. There were 17 NACK paddlers that also showed up between 10 and 11:00 AM. Our launch onto the Lower Carmans river was right off Montauk Highway next to a low dock behind the Carmans River Canoe and Kayak Shop on Montauk Highway. Normally there would be a $5 launch fee for launching behind the shop, but Paul scheduled this NACK paddle as a Wertheim tour. You can paddle out to the Great South Bay and beyond or you can stay in the protected waters of the river and paddle for hours. The Visitor Center for the general public that visits Wertheim is about a quarter mile south of Montauk Highway at 340 Smith Road, Shirley, NY 11967 (631-286- 0485). The wind was strong this day (gusting over 25) so we opted to stay in the river for this L-2 paddle. The weather was warm and sunny. The Visitor Center showcases the wildlife and habitat of ten different national wildlife refuges on Long Island. Visitors can also learn about opportunities for wildlife-viewing, hiking, fishing, educational programs and special events offered by refuge staff, interns and volunteers. At the visitors center there is an interactive exhibit hall. Jody De Meyere, Visitor Services Manager, for the Long Island Complex (the national wildlife refuges and one wildlife management area) started our paddle on land with a 30 minute talk about the refuge and what to look for out on the water. We launched at about 11 AM. Anthony Graves Chief Environmental Analyst of the Town of Brookhaven was our on water tour guide. He and another NACK couple were in 2 canoes. The rest were in assorted kayaks. We launched onto the river and our flotilla paddled south. We paddled up Yaphank Creek one of the large creeks that flows into the lower Carmans River. Anthony pointed out wildlife and points of interest. As

we started back on cue and immature American Eagle flew over us. We paddled to a dock area by the NWR Headquarters for lunch, pulled our kayaks up onto the grass, and spent about an hour eating at tables while talking about the refuge and paddling in general. Some in the group didn’t stop for lunch and headed back early to their weekend chores. After lunch we paddled north to the Visitor Center and impressed some visitors who were watching from the back deck. Then we paddled south around an island and then north and back to the low dock where we started.

I have lived on Long Island (Brooklyn/Queens) all of my life. If I had started when I was really young, I still wouldn’t have paddled all the great waters around and on Long Island. Long Island is a special island. — Hal McLaughlin http://www.fws.gov/refuge/Wertheim/about.html



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2014-Twin Forks Inner Bays Paddling Challenge

At the beginning of the 2014-paddling season I came up with the idea for a paddling challenge as a way of

encouraging NACK’s members to dust off their kayaks and get out on the water. It was a simple idea; NACK

members would paddle a selected course that covered one or more of Long Island’s bays as club trips.

After going over numerous maps and charts of Long Island, the twin forks began to look like the logical place

for my purposed challenge for a number of reasons. After safety and boat traffic, my first consideration was locating

launch sites where all NACK’s members would have access to the water. After combining the number of launch sites

located among the east end’s towns, with Suffolk County and NY State parks offering water access, I found the inner

bays of the twin forks met the water access requirement. The numerous launch sites along the forks would allow

paddlers to decide if they wanted to launch and return to the same location or launch from one location and take-out

at another. Another consideration was locating a body of water where both ACA level two and three kayakers’ could

participate. Once again, the twin forks met the challenges needs. ACA level two kayakers could participate in the

challenge by paddling close to the safety of the shoreline or as NACK Members in Training and level three kayakers

could test their skills by venturing out from shore. Additionally kayakers would be safer from motorboat traffic

paddling on the lager bays of the twin forks than the smaller south shore bays where motorboat traffic is more

congested, alleviating my motorboat safety concern.

I also wanted a scenic location for the challenge. A location where paddlers would enjoy paddling, a location

they would desire to return to and continue paddling from where they left off. The inner bays of Long Island’s twin

forks meet all these qualifications and more. The influx of clean ocean water from the Atlantic Ocean helps clean the

water between the forks. This circulation of ocean water into the twin fork’s bays deters the muck and grim of red or

brown tides that chokes the life out of many of Long Islands other bays from developing. When kayaking the twin

forks, paddlers may see schools of baitfish breaking the surface when bluefish, striped bass, or other large fish are

near. A paddler may see whitetail deer and wild turkeys walking along the shoreline of the forks most often on

Jessup’s Neck. On both the forks, osprey’s nests dot the large expanses of empty pristine beaches. They are often

seen flying overhead returning to their nest with the fresh catch of the day. More trees than houses are visible along

the shoreline and there are no large unsightly multi story buildings or bridges along the route. All these features and

more make paddling the twin forks bays a visually pleasant and exciting experience and one that made these waters a

wise choice for my purposed challenge. Thus after weeks of planning and consideration the 2014-Twin Forks Inner

Bay Paddling Challenge was born.



This would be a simple challenge; NACK’s members would paddle the inner bays of Long Island’s north fork

and the majority of the south fork’s inner bays. On the north fork, kayaker’s would paddle the inner bays between Orient

Point State Park and Indian Island Suffolk County Park in Riverhead. On the south fork, the inner bays would include

the bays between Indian Island County Park and Northwest Landing Road in North West Harbor. Unfortunately,

vehicle-parking restrictions from East Hampton to Montauk Point prevented this area of the south fork from being

included in the inner bays challenge.

Over the course of the kayaking season, eleven NACK members have reported paddling sections of the Twin

Forks Inner Bays Paddling Challenge but none completing the entire course until the end of September, when Dara and

Robin paddled their last section of the twin forks inner bays. By breaking the challenge into seven legs, Dara and Robin

paddled over sixty miles in their quest to complete the challenge. They paddled their last 11.8 miles from Orient Point

State Park to Cedar Point Suffolk County Park in Southold on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014. The next NACK member on track

to complete the challenge is Alex. He has paddled over 44 miles of the twin forks inner bays in five legs covering parts

of both the north and south forks.

Dara and Robin started the twin fork challenge on April 6 when they paddled east from Indian Island to Red

Creek Pond on the south fork with Paul V. Also participating in the challenge that day were Debbie, Lynne, Matt, Alex

and Colin who paddled to within a half mile west of the Shinnecock Canal from Indian Island.

Dara and Robin’s second section on April 19 included Ron and Colin; they paddled west along the south fork

from Sebonic Inlet to Red Creek. For their third section on April 27, Ron, Alex, Colin, Matt, Marty and Pete joined Dara

and Robin paddling east. This section again took place on the south fork, from Noyack to Northwest Harbor covering a

distance of 9.25 miles under perfect paddling conditions.

On May 18, Alex, Ron and Colin joined Dara and Robin in completing their fourth leg of the challenge. Paddling

into winds of twenty miles per hour and alternating oncoming and beam waves would make this short 7.8-mile paddle

from Cedar Beach Suffolk County Park in Southold west to New Suffolk the most difficult section of the challenge that

any paddlers has faced so far. Six paddlers started out from Cedar Beach on May 18 paddling on a magnetic compass

bearing of 230 degrees across Hog Neck Bay to Nassau Point on Little Hog Neck peninsular. However, high winds out

of the west/northwest would force them to change their direction.



The conditions of the wind and waves forced one of the six paddlers to abandoned the paddle and return to the

Cedar Beach launch site within the first fifteen minutes. Once the kayaker who was returning to shore landed safely,

the remaining five paddlers changed their heading to 280 degrees and paddled directly across Hog Neck Bay. This

change in direction would shorten their crossing of the bay but lengthen their paddle. Once across the bay, the

paddlers then changed direction again and paddled south along the shoreline of Hog Neck peninsular to Nassau Point

in hopes that the peninsular would afford them some protection from the wind. Unfortunately, it afforded the

kayakers minimal protection from the elements.

After taking a short break on Little Hog Neck peninsular the paddlers launched back into the waves and wind

on the peninsulas west side. Due to the amount of water that entered their kayaks upon launching, the paddlers

needed to raft up and pump the water out of their kayaks before attempting to cross this section of Little Peconic

Bay. The exhausting less than two-mile paddle to New Suffolk from Little Hog Neck would require the five kayakers

to paddle directly into both the wind and waves to reach their chosen take out point. As each approaching wave

passed under their kayaks, their bows would rise up out of the water almost to their cockpits as the kayaks climbed

up over the waves face. Upon reaching a wave’s crest, each kayak appeared as if suspended on the wave, the kayaks

bow momentarily reaching for the sky just before gravity pulled their bows down into the trough in front of the next

oncoming wave, submerging it. This seesaw process of airborne then submerged bows continued from Little Hog

Neck peninsula to the take out at New Suffolk. Amazingly, no one capsized under those adverse paddling conditions.

After almost three and a half hours of paddling in high winds, in over three foot waves this leg of the Twin Forks

Inner Bays Paddling Challenge concluded when Dara, Robin, Alex, Colin, and Ron, each cold, tired and soaked

landed at New Suffolk.

On May 25 Lynne, Alex, Pete, Colin and Ron returned to the challenge’s April 6 starting point, Indian Island

County Park and joined Dara and Robin for their fifth leg. The seven kayakers then paddled east along the north fork

to New Suffolk for a distance of 10 miles.

The 11.5 miles of Dara and Robin’s sixth leg on August 9, went easterly along the south fork from Sebonic

Inlet around Jessup Neck to Noyac with Debbie, Alex, Matt, Colin and Marty also participating in this section of the

challenge.

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On Sunday, Sept. 28 at 10:30 AM, Colin joined Dara and Robin for their seventh and final section of the twin

forks challenge. On that beautiful, warm, sunny day, we launched our kayaks into the calm, flat water of Hallock

Bay from Orient Point State Park. The water’s surface remained calm and flat protected from the wind and waves by

Long Beach Point. This calm windless paddle only lasted to the end of Long Beach Bay’s peninsular; for once past

this land mass, the incoming current from Gardiners Bay caused a confusing influx of waves along the north side of

Shelter Island. At times, we would be paddling on a relative calm flat surface and minutes later, we would be

paddling through waves of varying heights that approached us from different directions simultaneously. The wakes

from the numerous powerboats passing us from every angle along this narrow channel on the north side of Shelter

Island added to the confusing wave conditions. Once we were around Shelter Island’s Jennings Point, the island

shielded us from the wind and waves for the remainder of our paddle. As we rounded Paradise Point on Great Hog

Neck peninsula, we paddled through a large whirlpool with some smaller whirlpools within it. Paddling through this

unique water feature with Dara and Robin as they became the first NACK members to complete the 2014-Twin Fork

Inner Bay Challenge added a pleasant feature to their accomplishment.

For the other paddlers who started the challenge this year and have not finished, Dara and Robin’s

accomplishment should encourage you to complete your journey along the inner bays of the twin forks, for the

paddling season on Long Island is far from over.

My intention behind creating a paddling challenge was never for it to be a race to see who would finish first,

nor did I anticipate that everyone who started the challenge would finish the entire course. My intention in creating a

paddling challenge was a way of encouraging NACK’s members to get out on the water together as club members. I

intended for each member participating in the challenge to have a safe, enjoyable paddling experience while

introducing NACK members to each other through paddling. The twin fork challenge turned out to be more of a

success than I had anticipated with eleven members taking part, twelve if you count the paddler who turned back on

May 18. Of the eleven members who participated, all but one paddled multiple sections. In addition, everyone who

paddled in the challenge did so while in the company of their fellow NACK members. I for one feel closer to a

number of NACK’s members having spent hours and numerous miles paddling alongside them while paddling the

bays of the twin forks.

If you did not participate in the Twin Forks Inner Bays Paddling Challenge this season or if you did not

complete it, make padding it alongside your fellow NACK member’s one of your goals for next season. There is no

reason paddling the twin forks inner bays cannot be a yearly NACK challenge. NACK’s members should also

design similar challenges throughout Long Island as a way of encouraging NACK members to paddle together as

members of a paddling club, for club paddles should be the goal of a kayaking club. — Colin



!35° Air; 48° Water; 8.1 mph wind with moderate gusts.

5 brave NACK Members,

Alan, Debbie, Steve, Ann & Bob

Debbie, Steve & Bob “burping”

their dry suits.

The annual cold weather Peer Practice yesterday was a great one.

A key success of yesterdays practice was Ann’s dry land support; hot drinks including coffee, coco and cider, to wash down the bagels and donuts she brought. Thanks’ Ann.

Ann even pointed out to us, which spots to practice in, to keep out of the wind.

We found out a few things, although properly clothed for cold-water- emersion, after a roll, a bow rescue, a balance-brace or a full rescue, your face still gets cold, mittens may keep your hands warmer than gloves, but it is difficult to attach your spray skirt to the boats coaming, and put on your nose clip.

Alan, Debbie, Ann on the deck (towards the right) and Bob’s bow.

Debbie’s kayak perfectly still during her Balance Brace.

COLD WATER Peer Practice Saturday 11/15/14

Photos & Text by Bob H



Steve’s back

Steve’s ready to roll

Steve’s over



Photos and Videos by Alan



Coldwater P.Practice!See Alan’s videos of Debbie & Steve rolling in the cold . Click:



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New Member — Welcome In 2013, a friend of mine purchased a kayak. I tried it and liked it, so I bought myself a 14 foot Perception. The first summer, I paddled some canals around the BayShore Marina. I was always looking on the internet for another kayak because I enjoyed it and wanted to upgrade.

One day, I came across an ad for a Romany Explorer. It was made in Wales, my home country. I checked it out and needless to say, I bought it. But how do you lift a 17 foot kayak on to the top of a pickup by yourself? I decided to build a trailer. Another friend had an old jet ski trailer I used as a base and during the winter of 2014, I modified it to carry two kayaks.

In the spring, I began paddling in Great River. It was an easy place to launch the kayak and park the trailer. It was here that I met Dan and Maria who informed me about the club. As the season continued, I met various club members who were always helpful and full of advice. Being a self-taught paddler, I needed some pointers. Steve

gave me lots of info about the club and pointers on my technique. Of course, I joined which brings us to now.

I am looking forward to the 2015 season and hope to participate in many club trips and learn some new skills. — Tony Jenkins

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WIND & WAVES



2015 NACK Winter Pool

NACK’s Winter Pool will be starting on January 10. Look for info in this news letter about upcoming Winter Pool sessions. Questions? Please check with Ann K @ [email protected]. Winter Pool is the best place to get you off to

NACK & Facebook Roy B has set up a NACK’s Facebook Page. It’s not yet a year old. You’ll be amazed. Copy the link below to your computers. It’s inspiring and informative. Roy up-dates it with interesting paddling stuff. This is a way that North Atlantic Canoe & Kayak, Inc a/k/a NACK can connect with others interested in Kayaking and Paddling. Please contact Roy to add items and info. Most people use Facebook. The more people interested in paddling = more good paddlers on the water. All members who help out with the page can get service hours. Facebook is a pubic medium so please do not post anyone’s personal information (such as emails, etc.). !Below is a link to the NACK Community on Facebook. Double click on it. Please look it over and give Roy your comments. If anyone has suggestions on content please let Roy B know @ [email protected]. !Link to Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/North-Atlantic-Canoe-and-Kayak/500584333333692!

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Alan doing a scramble (cowboy) self-rescue last winter

Alan being a cowboy last summer





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NEWSLETTER TIPS by Steve M In the past I was never too concerned with what I ate while paddling. Then I discovered two of my favorites, peanut butter & jelly and greek yogurt were causing problems. Nothing like eating that stuff for lunch right before practicing my rolling. Tums definitely helped but, since it's best to avoid foods that cause problems, I began looking for something nutritious and easy on the stomach. Don't laugh but here's what I came up with. Baby food

fruit snacks in resealable squeeze packs. Organic, no added sugar or color, tastes good, and easy to digest. Cost about a buck apiece and available at supermarkets, Target, Walmart etc. !!!!!!

!I just hate the smell (and feel) of wet neoprene in the morning. Boots are the worst and are tough to dry out. I tried a few tricks, like washing them out with special wet suit detergent and washing them in water spiked with vinegar. That worked ok but the problem of drying them out remained. Colin turned me

onto something from Cabela's called a boot dryer. Plugs into a standard wall socket and dries them out completely overnight. It also works quite well as a glove dryer. !



NACK Training & Trips Ann K is NACK’s new Training Coordinator, Information will be sent out by Ann K about future training opportunities. Please contact her with any questions @ [email protected]. Debbie H is our new Trip Coordinator. Debbie’s responsibility is to help you organize a trip including help in securing a trip leader. Help Debbie to help you plan a trip. When you plan a trip please email Debbie and John, Jr. so the trip can be placed on the calendar with the ACA. John, Jr. needs 48 hours notice to get this accomplished so he needs to know by Thursday morning of any trips for an up-coming weekend. After a paddle please let John, Jr. [email protected] know how many members attended, etc.. Please contact Debbie with any questions @ [email protected],

!First Trip for 2015

Hope you are all in the holiday spirit and enjoying the season. I’m sure everyone is too busy to think about paddling but what better way to start off the year? Roy is planning his annual New Years Day Paddle. The put in will be at the Riverhead Moose Lodge this year. The paddle will last about 2 hours and then we will meet in downtown Riverhead for lunch and refreshments. Please consider joining us. I have done this paddle a few times and it is a lot of fun. It is rated a level 2 paddle due to the cold conditions. You must have appropriate cold weather gear to participate and dress for warmth both on and off the water. Bring water to stay hydrated. If you have any questions about the appropriateness of your gear contact Roy for his advice. Please let us know as soon as possible if you will be joining us. Wishing you all a very happy holiday and look forward to seeing you all in the New Year. Best Wishes,!Debbie H!

2015 TRIPS Where do you want to paddle in 2015? NACK will be 10 years old in 2015. NACK wants your paddles! NACK is requesting that members submit trips. Now is the time to think about and set-up trips during 2015. Debbie H. will help you work out the details and let you know what you can do to help. You can let her know by e-mail at: [email protected], She will get back to you. 2014 was an great paddling year for NACK. Any member can organize a paddle. Send Debbie an e-mail with your ideas for 2015. NACK will be 10 years old in 2015. Happy Birthday NACK!

Happy and Healthy 2015!

After surf practice (above) in 2005, five of the six NACK Founders flagged down a beach comber to aid with a group photo. They had just finished kayaking in the surf. In this photo founding members of NACK include, from left to right: Gordon, Elizabeth, Tim, Pam and Stu. Doug got there just in time to welcome the group back and help them with their kayaks. To see the history of NACK go to “Library” in our web site @ www.get-the-NACK.org.













NACK’s Logo NACK has a new logo that you will see in this issue The new NACK logo retains most of the

features of the old logo. The major changes are the color, and replacing the lighthouse with the Montauk Point lighthouse. !

Interesting Web Links Sea Kayaking Skills and Adventures, Ltd. 2015 Instruction Schedule on Long Island @ www.sksa-ltd.com !Empire Kayaks EmpireKayaks.com !Captain Kayak CaptainKayak.com !Dinghy Shop www.dinghyshop.com !University of Sea Kayaking www.useakayak.org !Changing Tides Paddlecraft www.ctpaddlecraft.com !!

Paulo Quellet http://comfortpaddling.net !ACA http://www.americancanoe.org !Heel Hook by Gordon Brown http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-zpJQeiaNc

Kayak Towing Tips by Gordon Brown http://www.rapidmedia.com/kayaking/categories/skills/item/3275-video-towing-tips. !Kayak Foot Brace Positioning & Edging !Stern Rudders!http://www.canoekayak.com/skills/virtualcoach-episode-3-the-stern-rudder/!!QAJAQ ROOLS!www.QajaqRolls.com!!PaddlingLight.com !Yonkers Paddling & Rowing Club www.yprc.org !MARINE VHF RADIO ESSENTIALS http://www.rapidmedia.com/kayaking/categories/skills/3304-video-marine-vhf-radio-essentials.html !Harbor Seals http://www.paddling.net/articles/feature.html?show=58&utm_source=FBfeed&utm_medium=socialfeeds !Link to NACK’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/North-Atlantic-Canoe-and-Kayak/500584333333692!



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NACK’s, Lands’ End e-store account

NACK has created an e-store account with Lands’ End. There members can order clothing and other items with NACK’s logo attached directly from Lands’ End at ces.landsend.com/NACK

Some items listed in Lands’ End’s catalog or on Lands’ End’s main website that are not carried in the e-store can also have the NACK logo embodied on them. Contact Lands’ End Business Outfitters, customer service at 1-800-587-1541 to inquire if a catalog or Lands’ End main website item can have the NACK logo embroidered on it and place the order.

There are two sizes of the NACK logo on the Lands’ Ends web site. Lands’ End recommends the larger logo for polo and oxford shirts, personally, I feel it is too large for these shirts and the small logo is more appropriate. The size preference is just a recommendation; you can have either size logo placed on any items you choose. Both logos are shown below but they are not to scale.

The Lands’ End e-store lists the above logo as NACK logo. It is 2.55 x 2.87 inches. I recommend this size logo for polo, oxford and other shirts. There is an application fee of $5.95 to have this size logo affixed to your item. Lands’ End can change the coloring of the word NACK or the logo so they contrast with the color of the item ordered. To change the word NACK or logo’s coloring, when you reach the Lands End shopping bag page at the checkout stage in the upper left click on Special Request in blue or contact Lands’ End Business Outfitters, customer service at 1-800-587-1541 to place your order.

The Lands’ End e-store lists the above logo as NACK logo 2. It is 4.49x 4.5 inches and recommended for larger items. There is an application fee of $8.95 to have this size logo affixed to you item.

There is an additional application fee of approximately $2.00 to have either logo attached to a tote bag. The application fees were the prices when we sent up the account and unfortunately, like everything this application fee will increase in time.

Neither of the logos displayed above show the contrast of the two gray colors included in each compass point. In both logos the stitches of NACK has been changed from gray to black.

The vibrant colors of NACK’s logo reflected NACK’s lively personality and the depiction of the Montauk Point lighthouse in our logo solidifies NACK as being a Long Island paddling club. The Montauk Lighthouses is an iconic, historical landmark of Long Island. It was the first lighthouse built in New York State, authorized by the Second U.S. Congress under President George Washington in April 1792. For NACK being one of the first if not the first kayak club on Long Island there cannot be a more fitting symbol to represent NACK then the Montauk Point lighthouse.



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Email Rolling Tips !!On January 24 Cheri Perry and Turner Wilson of Kayakways.net will be offering a Greenland rolling course at Suffolk Community College's pool We have the pool for 3 hours that day from 1:30-4:30. Even if you have not signed up for the pool sessions you could still sign up for the rolling class. The cost of the class would be $120. The cost for the pool would be $30. If you are interested in taking it please let me know in the next week or so.!Ann Kaiser [email protected]. Pool maven.!!OK, so I'm eager to learn how to roll and certainly interested in this rolling clinic. But my concern is what I can expect to take away from this class. If we have the pool for 2 or 3 hours, and have 2 instructors, how much personal attention should I expect to get? If we open the class to others, including non-NACK members, what kind of instructor/student ratio are we talking about??? How many students will be in attendance? Also, I am a new paddler and have a new boat (used it just once). Is this clinic really appropriate for me? Should I expect to leave with competent rolling skills, having never done a roll before? Or is this more suited for more experienced paddlers to strengthen some skills they already possess? All members are welcome to respond, especially if you have some experience with this clinic and these instructors. Troy S !Hi Troy. I have taken this course twice in the past and am taking it again this year. Cheri and Turner are excellent instructors and very accomplished Greenland rollers. It is a very worthwhile class however, you will get limited one on one instruction. They usually have us work in pairs and help each other while they migrate around to each pair and give instruction. In some ways this is good as you can only attempt so many rolls before you need to take a break and it is beneficial to observe someone else to pickup things which may help you. The pool is an excellent environment to practice in as it is a controlled environment and the person assisting you can stand in the water and see what is going on under the surface. You may or may not be able to roll after this class but you will come away with a good understanding of the mechanics and a good foundation for further development. Debbie H!!I would say that the class is fine even for those who have no experience with rolling (or trying to roll). Will you come away with rolling skills. Maybe. You will definitely know what you need to do to roll…..you may just not yet be able to do it. Rolling is very simple once you “get it”. A few folks will get it pretty quickly, others…not so quick.!!

I’ve trained with Cheri and Turner a few times and they are excellent instructors. Not only are they great rollers they have lots and lots of experience in teaching people to roll. !!Probably the hardest part is overcoming your instinct to try to get your head out of the water. Lifting your head will just pull your kayak over and the roll will fail. It also might appear that the paddle is an important part of the roll when in actuality it plays only a small part. By itself the paddle will not get it done. As far as rolling goes I used to say that I could score 100% on the written exam, I just couldn’t do it. Of course there is no written exam but there is a big difference between knowing what to do and actually doing it.!!In the past Cheri and Turner each worked with four people at a time. Of the four, two were in their kayaks and the other two were in the water along side. In effect the ratio is one instructor for two students. Rolling unsuccessfully can be quite exhausting so it makes sense to switch roles periodically. (A successful roll will feel almost effortless.) The two students in the water act as spotters and observe what the student is doing or not doing. They learn to “coach” the one trying to roll. This way you will leave with what you learned while trying to roll and a better understanding from what you see folks actually doing. Going forward this will enable you to work with others in your efforts to master the roll.!!Your new boat will be fine if it fits you well. By that I mean you have good contact with your thigh braces and you’re not sliding all around in the cockpit. Your back band/back rest should not be right back up against the coaming. You should be a few inches forward of the coaming so you can lean back without interference. That also helps with thigh brace engagement. I see a lot of people who have the back rest right up against the coaming and therefore only marginal contact with the thigh braces.!!Some things you should bring for the class include nose clips or a dive mask. I find the pool very highly chlorinated and it really bothers my nose. With a dive mask you will also be able to see where you are under water so you can orient yourself and your paddle properly. The pool is usually fairly warm but I like to wear light hydroskin stuff to ward off any chill. Drinking water is important because, like I said before, rolling attempts can be very tiring. Steve M



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I too have taken the rolling class with Cheri and Turner. I can say that they are both excellent instructors and really do a great job of explaining and breaking down the components of the roll. There also fun to work with which is always an advantage for the students.

You certainly ask the right questions. Is the clinic appropriate for me? I think it is. Becoming familiar with the concepts of rolling, seeing them demonstrated by the instructors, and assisting your partner in the pool and providing feedback to each other will help you in your progression towards developing and understanding the roll. As Steve recommended, I would definitely insist on having a dive mask with you. You will be able to see your body, boat, and paddle position under the water. Especially comes into play when the instructors are guiding you through the underwater sequence. You can also see your partner as well and offer them feedback.

Rolling in and of itself is not and should not be a physically demanding venture. (Trust me I know) The skills/techniques used to move through each sequence may not all come through at one time but if you continue to work on the proper fundamentals you will be successful. — Buddy F !!My experience is:!I took this Rolling Class last winter (couldn’t get in the year before). I’m taking it again this year. Every little bit helps. Rolling is a lifetime learning experience (you “learn” how to roll and then can’t do it the following month). Like riding a bike it has to be “hard wired” into the brain. I hear that some people learn how to roll in one day or a few hours. Others like me and some take years and still can’t roll consistently. I think that once you truly learn, you never forget. Of course, you don’t need to roll to be a great paddler and enjoy the sport. It’s just something to learn that will make you more confident when paddling. Even after you do your first roll you have to continue to try it at every opportunity if you want to continue rolling. Winter pool is a great time to get to know your boat and yourself. You will get personal attention over 2 to 3 hours and much of learning is watching others. The class is suited to novice to experienced paddlers. If you are very experienced, they can show you more advanced rolls. There are well over 25 kinds of rolls. Beginners start out with the most basic roll. You will leave the class with a better understanding of rolling. By the way, as you probably know there are some great videos (DVDs) out there that can supplement any instruction or self-teaching that you get. Cheri Perry and Turner Wilson have one of the best DVDs.!Hope to see you at Winter Pool. — Hal M!

PADDLESPORT 2015 Don’t forget that the 2015 PADDLESPORT Show is coming Friday, March 27 - Sunday, March 29.

Normally admission is $10 for adults, but if you help out and earn yourself some NACK Bucks admission is free. This is the East Coast’s Largest Kayak, Kayaking Fishing, Canoe and SUP paddling show. NACK has a booth and display. It’s held at the Garden State Exhibit Center, 50 Atrium Dr, Sommerset NJ 08873. http://www.jerseypaddler.com/Storefront/contents/paddlesport-landing.aspx

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Guidelines for Rating NACK Trips Rating conditions are based on forecast data and are expected but not guaranteed to be presented on the planned trip. Participants and leaders should be prepared for any trip to exceed ratings due to changing natural conditions (i.e., weather).NACK trips are run on considerations of mutual support- all members are expected to work together to facilitate a successful trip under the guidance of the Trip Leader. The decision to run a given trip and screening of participants is the responsibility of the Trip Leader and will be based on considerations for safety of the group as whole. The decision to participate on a trip is the responsibility of each trip member and should be made in consideration of full knowledge of their own skills, capabilities and health on the day of the trip.

Level 1 - Flat Water

1. Paddle location: protected waters, such as small lakes, estuaries and marshes.

2. Paddler should remain within their swimming distance to shore.

3. Paddle during daylight hours only.

4. Wave conditions should be calm to less than 1/2 foot in height.

5. Current should be calm and within the paddler’s ability to comfortably paddle against, approximately a ½ knot.

6. Winds should not exceed force 1 on the Beaufort Scale, (1 to 3 knots) or (1 to 3.5 MPH)

7. Trip length should be under 5 miles or a distance that the individual paddle can accomplish without becoming fatigued.

8. All conditions should not exceed the individual kayaker experience or ability to safely paddle in or upon.

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Level 2 - Advanced Flat Water

1. Paddle location: Paddle waters equal to L-1 paddler and in addition protected bays.

2. Paddle within a safe distance to shore, approximately ½ mile and/or the paddler’s ability (taking into consideration that there are a number of places were at a 1/2 mile from shore the waters depths is only 2 feet or less) to comfortably return to shore.

3. Paddle during day light and evening hours.

4. Wave height should be minimal, under 1 feet in height and within the kayaker’s ability to comfortably paddle in.

5. Current should be moderate approximately 1 or 2 knots or within the paddlers ability to comfortably paddle against.

6. Winds should not exceed force 2 on the Beaufort scale, (4 to 6 knots) or (4.5 to 7 MPH).


8. All conditions should not exceed the individual kayakers experience or ability to safely paddle in or upon.



Level 3 - Intercostal

1. Paddle location: Paddle on waters equal L-1 and L-2 paddlers with the addition of open bays and protected sounds.

2. Paddle within reasonable distance to shore and within sight of land.

3. Paddle during daylight and night hours.

4. Should have a basic knowledge of on water navigation, during both day and night.

5. Wave height should not exceed approximately 2 ½ feet or the paddlers ability to maintain a safe craft.

6. Currents should not exceed the paddler’s ability to make headway.

7. Winds should not exceed force 4 on the Beaufort scale, (11 to 16 knots) or (12.5 to 18.5 mph).


9. All conditions should not exceed the individual kayakers experience, skill level or ability to safely paddle in or upon.

Level 4 - Open Water

1. Paddle location: All previous waters listed and in addition open sounds and coastal waters including surf zones.

2. Possess the ability to paddle both in daylight and at night.

3. Possess superior navigational skills with the ability to navigate during day and night.

4. Be comfortable paddling in wave conditions up to 4 feet.

5. Currents should not exceed the paddler’s ability to make headway.

6. Paddle in winds up to force 4 on the Beaufort scale (11 to 16 knots) or (12.5 to 18.5 mph).


L 5 - Advanced Open Water

1. Paddle location: Advanced open water paddlers are capable of paddling any waters including open oceans.

2. Possess advanced navigational skills capable of navigating day or night on the open ocean out sight of land for multiple days.

3. Possess the ability and capability to deal with challenging ocean wave and current conditions.

4. Paddle in winds up to force 5 on the Beaufort scale (17 to 21 knots) or (19.5 To 24 mph).


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NACK ACA Instructor

Gordon Dayton



Gordon Dayton has been paddling one craft or another since the late 1990's. After training extensively with both SKSA, ACA and BCU he competed in sea kayak and ICF marathon in local NECRA races and also at the National level. Today he holds ACA Instructor certification in Coastal Kayak (Level 4), Touring and River Canoe (Level 2) and River Kayak (Level 2). He is also certified in Wilderness First Aid through SOLO and in CPR through AHA. Gordon is also active in the ACA, serving on the Coastal Kayak and Canoe committees for the Atlantic Division. He has an appointment as Clubs Liaison to the ACA National SEI Council and in 2008 was elected to the ACA Board of Directors, a post which was reconfirmed in 2010 and again in 2012. In 2005 Gordon worked with a group of certified Instructors to form a new paddling club on Long Island: North Atlantic Canoe and Kayak (NACK). This club has a strong skills focus designed around the training and assessment programs of the ACA. In 2007 NACK won the ACA Stroke of Achievement Award for program development. In 2007 Gordon and Elizabeth were awarded the first Life Memberships granted by NACK. Today, NACK still thrives as a home for the dedicated paddler and Gordon serves on its board as a Founding Director and Senior Advisor. In 2010 Gordon married Elizabeth O'Connor and, following his day job, both moved to Woodbridge, CT. !



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Getting the most from Kayak Pool Sessions By Steve M !

Getting the most out of pool sessions. Pool time is expensive, so you will want to make much of the opportunity. Here’s my list of 10. I’m sure there’s more. Your input and comments are welcome. !

1 Arrive early with a super clean kayak. You will need time to unload and move boats, check in, get changed, etc. !2 Take some time to warm up. You should stretch and limber up and maybe do a few yoga poses. !3 Plan your activities. Not just rolling, ten minutes of trying to roll can be exhausting. Review your wet exit especially if you have a new or different boat or equipment. In between try something different like a balance brace. Have some alternatives, a plan B, to make the most of your time. !4 Make an equipment checklist. Nothing like getting to the pool without a paddle! You might not need sunscreen but you’ll probably need a PFD, spray skirt, nose plugs and goggles, lock for your locker and a towel to dry off. And don’t forget water to drink. Strenuous activity can easily cause you to become dehydrated. !5 Try something different. If you ask, most paddlers are willing to let you try their kayak, paddle or PFD. !6 Team up with another paddler. Wet exits and dumping water from your boat is exhausting and time consuming. Safety considerations aside, peer practice can be very rewarding. !7 Take photos and video. There’s nothing like seeing yourself doing something. When learning to roll I was shocked to see my position under water. There I was, sitting bolt upright instead of setup, curled upward to the water surface. No way that’s going to work. !8 Seek instruction if available. An experienced instructor will often be able to give pointers to help improve skills and avoid common mistakes. We often think we’re doing something right when a trained observer can see that we’re not doing what we think we are doing. !9 Did I mention arrive early? See #1 !10 Most important, have fun and enjoy the clean, warm water, and no jellyfish! !!!!



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Originally from the ACA website

Be Prepared - Cold Water Can KILL! Cold Water is extremely dangerous. It quickly robs the body of its strength, diminishes coordination and impairs judgment. Immersion in water as warm as 50 to 60 degrees can initiate what has been called "Cold Water Shock."

When a paddler capsizes and is suddenly immersed in cold water, the body’s first reflexive action is to gasp for air, followed by increased heart rate, blood pressure and disorientation. The immersion can even lead to cardiac arrest. Without proper equipment and apparel, the body can become incapacitated in just a few minutes. Without a lifejacket, this is a very dangerous and often fatal combination. When paddling where the water temperature is 60 degrees Fahrenheit or colder, a wetsuit is a must and a drysuit is highly recommended.

Cold water or cold weather can also lead to dangerous hypothermia. Hypothermia occurs when exposure to the elements prohibits the body from reheating and maintaining its core temperature. Typical symptoms of hypothermia include shivering, impaired judgment, clumsiness, loss of dexterity and slurred speech.

Planning and Prevention are the best methods to avoid potentially life-threatening situations:

Plan your trip and "think smart" - Know the water temperature and weather forecast before you set out.

Fuel Your Body - Keep your body well fueled with high carbohydrate foods and lots of water.

Insulate Your Body - Simply said, you should dress for immersion in cold water.

• Avoid wearing cotton clothing when paddling in cool temperatures. • Dress in layers using synthetic fabrics such as polyester fleece to prevent getting

overheated or chilled from perspiration. • Carry a waterproof jacket designed for splash and/or rain protection. • Anytime the water temperature is less than 60 degrees Fahrenheit, wear specialized

insulating clothing (wetsuit or drysuit) capable of protecting you while in the water. • Keep in mind that the warmth and comfort range of a dry suit can be flexible based on

the clothing worn underneath it. • Wear a warm hat that will stay on your head in the water. A fleece-lined skullcap is ideal. • Have spare, dry clothing and store in a sealed dry bag while on the water.

Watch Out for Your Group - Know your emotional and physical limitations. Group members need to constantly assess the behavior of others in their group. Look for changes in behavior, withdrawal, sluggishness, talking less or a member not eating enough. These are all symptoms of fatigue and may suggest a problem that the group needs to address.



A QUICK GUIDE TO THE WORK CREDIT/NACK BUCK SYSTEM !

As part of the membership responsibilities all members are asked to donate 10 work hours to NACK each year. These hours can be fulfilled by being elected a club officer, appointment as a committee chairperson, volunteering on any of the committees, or helping out at outreach events. See the full Work Policy on the web site for detailed job descriptions and work credit given. Go to www.getthenack.org click on Docs and Forms, scroll to the button that says NACK Work Policy and click on it. If you’re unsure who to contact to volunteer for a position call or e-mail any member of the executive committee or the board. Addresses are on page 2. For every 10 hours over the 10 donated hours a “NACK Buck” is deposited to your work account. Each NACK Buck currently has a credit value of $25 towards NACK approved training. To get work credits and earn NACK Bucks YOU MUST REPORT YOUR WORK HOURS. To report your work hours send an e-mail to the work committee chair Tom @: [email protected]. stating the activity, the date and the number of hours. The email needs to be sent within two months of contributing the work hours. Submissions of work hours received more than two months after service will not be counted. !

NACK approved and sponsored training: To redeem your NACK bucks print out a copy of the NACK Buck Redemption form from the Docs & Forms section of the website. Mail or scan a copy of the completed form to the treasurer, who will get the approval from the work chair. !

For non-sponsored training: It is required to fill out this form well before the proposed training session as the required approvals may take two weeks or more, as you must get the additional signatures as outlined in the work policy. The signatures can be by email notes and attached to the form. You must show proof that you completed the course to the treasurer to receive your NACK Bucks Your membership must be current, your work commitment must be up to date, and there must be sufficient coverage in the Training Fund as outlined in the work policy. To streamline the approval process, all NACK training will have the maximum number of allowable NACK bucks that can be used listed with the training. The amount of allowable

NACK bucks must be approved by the board prior to the posting of the training. After the member completes the course the only approval that will be needed is by the work chairperson and the treasurer following the current work guidelines. !!!

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NACK Meetings & Paddles

In this “cold” season our meetings are usually monthly at the Connetquot Library in Bohemia, L. I. from 6 to 9 PM. Information for meetings, paddles, training, and various events goes to those on the list. If you would like to come and see what paddling and NACK are about, attend a meeting, a peer practice, or an event just give someone a call or send an email to NACK. Bring the family. You don’t need a boat to get started. More details and directions are contained on our web site at www.getthenack.org. Make sure that you are on our mailing list. Check our most recent newsletter (quarterly) & website for some locations, dates and paddles. During warmer weather, we sometimes hold our monthly meetings on the water. Our e-mail is [email protected]. Updates to the schedule for paddles, trips, etc. are sent by email (our mailing list — get on it). Our schedule changes as members add paddles, trips and events. Hope to see you at a meeting, the pool, paddle, and on the water.

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Training Skill is the elastic in the system. When conditions worsen, having a reserve of skill makes the difference between terror and excitement — Top Tips for Coaches

Safety

If the first time you rely on a skill is in a survival situation and you find you have not mastered it –– then what? Top Tips for Coaches

Adventure & Fellowship If you never paddle with those better than you, you never improve. Elizabeth O’Connor-Dayton

North Atlantic Canoe and Kayak, Inc. (NACK) a NYS not-for-profit was formed with the recognition that Long Island and the Northeast USA have amazing natural resources for paddling and a wide range of interests and skills among the population. NACK brings the fundamentals and expertise of paddling safety to the community at large as well as providing for a program of continuous improvement in skills for paddlers at all levels. In the-spring of 2005 the founding directors of NACK began a paddling organization and club dedicated to training, safety, adventure and fellowship. In the NYS Charter the

stated purposes for which NACK has been formed are educational and literary. Specifically:

"NACK will promote ongoing education in safe and responsible canoeing and kayaking for paddlers of all skill levels on the rivers, lakes and coastal waters of the Northeastern United States.”

Whatever your interest or skill level, you will find others to share your paddling experiences. Come and paddle with us.

We Are very serious about fun!

• www.get-the-NACK.org • Association with the best • Free assessment of your paddling skills • Discounted training by ACA Instructors • Paddling opportunities and trips • Winter Pool • NYS not-for-profit corporation • Community Outreach & Service • Books and DVDs available • Modern web presence & message board • Peer Practice and training • NACK Quarterly Newsletter & Journal • Adventure Kayak magazine from the ACA • Increase confidence and knowledge • Resource & voice for paddlers • Discounts at some retailers • Learn and grow in a lifetime sport • Individuals, families, clubs and

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