From Alan Putnam:
Kris and I are planning to plan our annual kayaking excursion on July 29th. Last year’s event had a large group of HW residents floating down the Merrimack River. We had a few who were novices and found it very relaxing and fun. This year we would like to propose we go to Groton MA to paddle the calm waters of the Nashua River. The current is so calm that you can easily paddle in either direction making it possible to leave and return to the same location. Nashoba Paddler in Groton offers kayak/canoe rentals as well as launching your own kayaks for those who already own them.
We are planning to go with a group of interested paddlers on Saturday, July 29th at 8:30 am from the Clubhouse. Once at Nashoba Paddler, we can paddle for 2 to 3 hours then all go out to lunch afterward. If we get 6 or more renters, the people who rent will get a 10% discount. For those who have their own kayaks, there is a $7 fee to launch from their facility. Please see their website for additional information.
If you are interested in joining us on this excursion, please respond to Allan Putnam @blindsuccess@gmail.com by June 25th. I want to encourage those who have never kayaked before to try it. It is a low impact sport requiring very limited upper body strength. You should experience no soreness afterward as well. Today’s kayaks are very sturdy and are difficult to flip over. Most people that never tried to sport before are amazed on how easy and pleasurable it is. If you wish to try kayaking before committing to this event, I will be happy to take you out on Robinson Pond in Hudson to try it in our very safe and secure kayaks. We have introduced kayaking to a few of our residents who purchased their own and now love the sport.
I hope we can get a large group together again this year! Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Happy Paddling!