tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.comments2022-11-16T20:30:51.430-08:00Mike Jackson's Paddling JournalMike Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11362628835112786790noreply@blogger.comBlogger93125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-58802556523661814942017-01-15T19:32:24.127-08:002017-01-15T19:32:24.127-08:00On Saturday the wave was not easy for me to stay o...<i>On Saturday the wave was not easy for me to stay on as it seemed to want to throw me off to the left.</i><br />This is very common at Surge. At some tide heights, most of the wave is slanted with respect to the current.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02178678410546348886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-26915044446962016352016-11-28T13:33:35.927-08:002016-11-28T13:33:35.927-08:00I typically get 25 to 50 minutes time ON the wave ...I typically get 25 to 50 minutes time ON the wave at Surge (per day).<br />That's a very efficient use of my time.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02178678410546348886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-17756301450005990842016-03-02T20:28:23.322-08:002016-03-02T20:28:23.322-08:00I have it on pretty good authority that the wolf i...I have it on pretty good authority that the wolf is a he...Mike Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11362628835112786790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-58102217689525993912016-03-02T17:51:01.407-08:002016-03-02T17:51:01.407-08:00This will be the year I see the wolf. I've hea...This will be the year I see the wolf. I've heard her behind the campground but haven't seen her yet. RVTravellerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14399357421286876026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-72038543919334518492016-02-25T21:36:59.269-08:002016-02-25T21:36:59.269-08:00Apparently it's Hydro doing the work at Strong...Apparently it's Hydro doing the work at Strongtide. I have inside info ;-)RVTravellerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14399357421286876026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-56292852579200061052016-02-08T19:57:10.239-08:002016-02-08T19:57:10.239-08:00Looks like a great day at Surge! I miss that place...Looks like a great day at Surge! I miss that place and need to go back and play.What's That Birdershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13827677994495825534noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-24893429155068220642015-12-12T13:00:08.957-08:002015-12-12T13:00:08.957-08:00Six boats onshore? Maybe now there'll be enoug...Six boats onshore? Maybe now there'll be enough room in the bay for boats to be anchored that people will look after!Paula Johansonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15546604458659721403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-86880717447927192722015-05-21T07:00:07.583-07:002015-05-21T07:00:07.583-07:00The Scamper II is definitely not a speed demon, bu...The Scamper II is definitely not a speed demon, but inflatable is a good option aboard a small power boat!Mike Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11362628835112786790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-44287163571502512442015-05-20T23:31:41.384-07:002015-05-20T23:31:41.384-07:00Glad to hear you were willing to paddle a Scamper!...Glad to hear you were willing to paddle a Scamper! You've seen mine being paddled around Cadboro Bay for years now. Sounds like you had fun.Paula Johansonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15546604458659721403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-68339220526847292102014-03-04T22:35:58.259-08:002014-03-04T22:35:58.259-08:00Happy to hear you are getting out paddling and see...Happy to hear you are getting out paddling and seeing nice stuff. What boat did you end up finding?Mike Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11362628835112786790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-71805766183859479752014-03-04T19:39:35.165-08:002014-03-04T19:39:35.165-08:00I'm glad you see the wolf again. I'm missi...I'm glad you see the wolf again. I'm missing her, there is no such interesting land animals here in Hawai'i. But I'm not complaining, I saw humpbacks whales, sea turtles and flying fishes during my last paddle.<br />OlivierUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01305461158607206782noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-34430509030577409992014-02-13T09:07:36.388-08:002014-02-13T09:07:36.388-08:00Hey, that's right beside my Grandma's cond...Hey, that's right beside my Grandma's condo. I'll be there in a couple of months - planning to come out to the island for the Pacific Paddling Symposium then will head up to Courtenay for a visit.Bryan Sarauerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04501746182504085427noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-28037335371495208972013-11-28T07:20:02.509-08:002013-11-28T07:20:02.509-08:00I checked the track log and it looks like I maxed ...I checked the track log and it looks like I maxed at around 14.5 kph with much of that section over 12 kph.Mike Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11362628835112786790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-73127926303761145032013-11-28T06:47:34.706-08:002013-11-28T06:47:34.706-08:00Mike, I noticed that your track speed looked like ...Mike, I noticed that your track speed looked like it exceeded the 10 km/h after leaving 10 Mile Point. Any idea how fast you were moving crossing Baynes?What's That Birdershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13827677994495825534noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-51248569528405421772013-11-27T09:11:59.106-08:002013-11-27T09:11:59.106-08:00I really admire person like you Mike, this journal...I really admire person like you Mike, this journal of yours really interest us (kayakers). I agree that it would be more fun doing this things with friends. Keep us updated okay??<br /><br />Cheers!Katharinehttp://kayakcanoetrailer.com/indoor-kayak-storage-racks/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-82322711617165405382013-07-21T11:00:15.612-07:002013-07-21T11:00:15.612-07:00It was only a short paddle, and travelling horizon...It was only a short paddle, and travelling horizontally was much easier than climbing Amantani Island. I plan to give a SISKA talk in the not too distant future.<br />Mike Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11362628835112786790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-77722470868573997162013-07-20T18:01:05.496-07:002013-07-20T18:01:05.496-07:00Paddling in Peru must have been a marvellous exper...Paddling in Peru must have been a marvellous experience, Mike. And paddling at over 12,000 feet - now, that's not usual! We once ran a 10k race in Leadville, CO, at just over 10,000 feet - it was a little humbling. :) Any thoughts of giving a talk and sharing some pictures? Kind regards. Duncan.Duncan and Joan Barwisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09696525297637660026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-39141985937829331432013-03-31T12:03:30.684-07:002013-03-31T12:03:30.684-07:00Sounds like you had a lot of good paddling. A fold...Sounds like you had a lot of good paddling. A folding kayak seems ideal for this type of trip. We've paddled various areas of Florida before (long time ago),hiring boats as we went, but you're limited as to where you can go. Also stayed at the Ivey, fantastic place!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-2987602400194839862012-08-30T06:49:33.039-07:002012-08-30T06:49:33.039-07:00It is all about timing the currents right. We plan...It is all about timing the currents right. We planned our trip to go with the current both ways and be around the narrows at slack tide. Definitely not a place for beginners.Mike Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11362628835112786790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-84133965698876983342012-08-30T03:26:47.287-07:002012-08-30T03:26:47.287-07:00Hi Mike,thank you for your journal.
I have a foldi...Hi Mike,thank you for your journal.<br />I have a folding kayak and tried to paddle upstream into Discovery Channel.But the current was too strong.<br />After one night under the tent at Maud Island, I decided to return towards Campbell River, the whirlpools were TERRIFIC and frightining,this was maybe the worst moment of my life.It is not a recommended place for beginners paddlers.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-15021435790118108732012-05-18T19:39:15.669-07:002012-05-18T19:39:15.669-07:00Yes, it was fabulous! Thank you, Mike. I have to t...Yes, it was fabulous! Thank you, Mike. I have to thank Min for paddling for me and Clayton for the beer, too.Harumihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10049343189300505468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-71219328030932794522012-04-11T06:36:49.241-07:002012-04-11T06:36:49.241-07:00Yes, Olivier, the surge wave is a very nice consis...Yes, Olivier, the surge wave is a very nice consistent wave when it forms. It needs the right speed and tide height to work well. It is basically a single standing wave unlike the mess at Baynes - Baynes is good fun though and a lot closer to home!Mike Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11362628835112786790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-89445151882625723252012-04-10T23:19:05.312-07:002012-04-10T23:19:05.312-07:00Nice surf Mike! On the movie, Surge Narrows looks ...Nice surf Mike! On the movie, Surge Narrows looks easier and more fun than the confused waves of Baynes Channel. I will have to try the Surge one day :-)<br />Olivier.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01305461158607206782noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-55015404737566490322012-03-26T21:32:54.147-07:002012-03-26T21:32:54.147-07:00Nope - I think we timed things right. There were w...Nope - I think we timed things right. There were whirlpools but not very big and easy to avoid...Mike Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11362628835112786790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19929698.post-57567504691786427922012-03-26T21:26:23.051-07:002012-03-26T21:26:23.051-07:00no killer whirlpools?no killer whirlpools?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com