Launch and paddle up into the inlet. We'll pause and point out the landing for the portage to Esquimalt Lagoon (to do the 'Loop', which we aren't doing today!) and meander around Portage Inlet. We won't go up any of the creeks as that is bad for fish and birds and other critters. There are a couple of parks available to stop for a leg stretch or snacks or lunch, tide height permitting.
Route plan B
There is no Plan B. If its too rough to paddle here, its too rough everywhere!
Safety reminders
Always dress for the possibility of immersion and please bring a drybag containing a spare change of clothes. The drybag goes in your kayak with you, not in your car at the launch site. Please bring a lunch or snacks and sufficient beverage to keep you hydrated, as well as a thermos of something warm. Your paddle leader will introduce the plan and make sure everyone is comfortable with the requirements. Please stay off the water until the group is ready. If you have a VHF radio please bring it with you.
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Esquimalt Gorge Park to Portage Inlet
Monday, September 7, 2020 · 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Launch
Esquimalt Gorge ParkEsquimalt Gorge Park
Destination
Portage Inlet
Distance
6.5 nm
Leader
Morley Eldridge
Route plan A
Launch and paddle up into the inlet. We'll pause and point out the landing for the portage to Esquimalt Lagoon (to do the 'Loop', which we aren't doing today!) and meander around Portage Inlet. We won't go up any of the creeks as that is bad for fish and birds and other critters. There are a couple of parks available to stop for a leg stretch or snacks or lunch, tide height permitting.
Route plan B
There is no Plan B. If its too rough to paddle here, its too rough everywhere!
Route map
Esquimalt Gorge Park to Portage Inlet · Monday, September 7, 2020
