NYCkayaker Redhook landing folks?

Sun Apr 12 15:06:52 EDT 2009

Any folks on here that use the redhook landing?

I'm looking for some place in red hook not too far from the landing, a
yard or alleyway would do fine, to pay a bit of rent to chain my 9
foot ocean kayak up so I can wheel it to the landing over the spring
and summer.

Any takers, thoughts or suggestions?

Also, how's the currents over at that landing?

Thanks!!

Dave

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> HI All,
> NEW INFO:
>    For years now, I've been trying to get the people who travel from NYC and
> Westchester to stay over for this two day event. It just got easier. I have
> a friend, John Barrett, who lives across the river from Narrowsburg who just
> completed a large new extension on his house. John will also help guiding on
> the trip as he is very knowledgeable about the river. His property abuts the
> river and he has consented to let us stay at his place for Saturday night.
> He says that all women attending can stay indoors with hot water and
> bathroom available. The men can camp out on his lawn so bring tents
> (bathroom also available). There will be a roaring bonfire after we return
> from dining in one of the restaurants nearby. So, even if you will not be
> paddling on Sunday, you are still invited to stay over and leave Sunday
> morning for your return to NYC. If you don't have a tent see about sharing
> one. In any event, the lean-tos will still be available at Landers
> Campgrounds,(see below) for yo!
>  u if needed.
>    Lee
>
>               UPPER DELAWARE RIVER SPRING TRIP 2009
>
>     I?m planning a trip on the Delaware River, on Saturday and Sunday, April
> 25th & 26th. We will start from Narrowsburg, NY on Sat. morning at 9:00 am
> sharp, immediately following a safety briefing at 8:30 am. We will travel
> down stream to Lackawaxen, Pa (11 miles, 2-3 hours float
> time). The higher the river, the faster it is. If so, it may take less time
> to finish than at normal river levels.
>     At this time of year the river is very swift and cold consisting of 8-10
> sets of class I&II rapids, so full wet or dry suits are a must as well as
> extra paddles, PFDs and spray skirts. Throw ropes, tow ropes, VHF radios and
> whistles are also a good idea. For the safety of all novices,  we will
> bifurcate to take a line of descent out of the most severe rapids, but those
> who are advanced will be allowed in the large standing waves. Many
> repeat-trip experts will be on hand to assist newcomers. In addition, there
> will be a safety meeting before launching as well as a brief before each set
> of the different rapids. There are rocks in the river, which we will do our
> best to avoid so, a plastic boat is preferable to wood or glass. I use a 17
> foot plastic sea kayak. The scenery - beautiful! We have seen many bald
> eagles and other wildlife on the trips throughout the years, so bring your
> cameras.
> Drive time from the GWB is 2 hours to northernmost point, which is
> Narrowsburg, NY.
>
>                 SAT. DIRECTIONS - PRINT AND BRING
>                     Meet  8:00 am Lackawaxen, PA
>
>    Quickest way: Take the TZB, (or GWB-upper level to Palisades Pkwy-N), to
> I-87-N, then exit 16 to Rte. 17-WEST (not south to NJ), to I-84-W, to the
> Port Jervis exit, Follow Rte. 6-W through town. Then, take Rte. 97/42-N,
> or---
> (Alternate: GWB to I-80-W, to Rte. 15-N, to Rte. 206-N, to Rte. 521-N, to
> Rte. 6-W, to Rte. 97/42-N.)Rtes. 97/42 eventually split. Stay on 97.
>
>  We will then proceed 22 mi. north on 97 to the Roebling Bridge and turn
> left over the bridge. At the end, make a right turn and follow road around
> to the Zane Grey Museum. The take out is directly in front. There is a
> walk-to deli nearby to obtain breakfast and/or lunch and to use their
> facilities. We leave some cars here to shuttle back and then proceed to the
> launch at Narrowsburg, NY.
> (IF YOU MISS US AT THE TAKE OUT, PROCEED TO THE LAUNCH)
> Stay on 97 N. Follow signs for Narrowsburg. At blinker, leave 97 and bear
> left for Rte. 652.  Just past the only traffic light in town, look for the
> Tusten Theater and turn right at the Landers Campground sign onto DeMauro
> Lane (across from Chinese restaurant). If you cross over the Delaware, you
> will have gone too far. Proceed to the launch.
>
>   We will have a longer 22 mi. trip on Sunday  from Lackawaxen to
> Sparrowbush. Bring your camp gear if you want to camp Sat. eve in
> Narrowsburg, at Landers Campgrounds. This will be our base of operations.
> They have a 3-sided, wooden lean-to for around $18/person (tents OK, but not
> needed).  Great HOT showers and walk-to restaurants. Contact them at
> 845-252-3925 from 9-5 or 24/7 at:
>                   www.landersrivertrips.com
>
>                SUN. DIRECTIONS - PRINT AND BRING
>                   Meet  8:00 am Sparrowbush, NY
>     Follow Sat. Directions (paragraph one, above).
> just past the 97/42 split for Rio, look for a small wooden sign which reads
> - SPARROWBUSH, NY STATE FISHING ACCESS.
> Make a 45 degree left at that sign onto a street called Hook Rd. Follow down
> to the end. Here, we will need to transfer kayaks and gear and leave some
> vehicles in order to retrieve the vehicles which will be left upriver. (IF
> YOU MISS US AT THE TAKEOUT, PROCEED TO LAUNCH AT LACKAWAXEN AS ABOVE)
>
> YOU MUST CALL WITH YOUR PLANS BEFORE SAT. IN ORDER TO FACILITATE SHUTTLE
> TRANSPORT. There is no cell phone service north of Sparrowbush. This is an
> individual, not a group event. I will not assume any liability for this
> trip. You must have proper gear and have advanced or intermediate experience
> to participate on this trip. Join at your own risk. Hope to see you there!
>
> Lee Reiser
> Contact via back channel or:
> Home 845-352-0162
> Cell 914-374-7954
>
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