Anclote River Park - Rec/Level I – LIMIT 10 PADDLERS (05 Sep 2026)

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Trip title: Anclote River Park - Rec/Level I – LIMIT 10 PADDLERS

Trip leader Al Tillson alberttillson12@gmail.com 813-731-3583

Description: We’ll get away from the power boat traffic in the main channel by paddling the back channels upriver toward Tarpon Springs and/or north along the Anclote Anchorage shoreline. A leisurely paddle of about 2 hours with a shore break along the way for lunch/snacks and a quick dip. Depending upon conditions and group interest, we may do a short loop in one direction and return to the launch/take-out before paddling further in the other direction for those who want more mileage.

Location: Anclote River Park. Park in the usual lot past the power boat launch area and the beach. Riverside launch is about 50 yards away.

Schedule: Saturday September 5th. Meet at 9AM for a 9:30 launch

Additional information: Restroom near the parking lot.

Difficulty: Rec/Level 1. About 2 hours and 3 – 5 miles.

Required / suggested / restricted: Be sure to bring plenty of water, lunch/snack, sunscreen, insect repellent, and footwear that will protect you against possible oyster shells at take outs.

All boats should be at least 10 feet long and have sealed flotation and bow and stern grab loops and/or deck lines. Sit-on-tops are welcome.

See the Skills Self Assessment Chart on the web site and contact the leader with any questions. Please register (or cancel) on the web site or RSVP to the trip leader to allow notification of any changes.

TBSK TRAINING DAY: Rescue Me, Part III: Rough Stuff! (12 Sep 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

TBSK TRAINING DAY: Rescue Me, Part III: Rough Stuff!

Coaches:

Anthony Sousa, anthony.g.sousa@gmail.com, 727-455-2615.
Assistant coaches or qualified assistants/spotters needed. Contact Anthony to volunteer.

Location: Honeymoon Island State Park, located at 1 Causeway Blvd, Dunedin, FL 34698 (Google Maps link). As you enter the park, go past the turn to the Caladesi Ferry and turn left at the signs for Main Beach/South Beach Pavilion. When you get to the beach, turn left again and go toward the South Beach Pavilion Cafe. Look for Anthony’s silver Sprinter, a.k.a. the Ant-Van. We’ll look to park near one of the beach walk-throughs from the parking lot and help each other carry kayaks to the water. Restrooms, changing facilities, beach showers, and food are available on site.

Date/Time: Saturday, September 12. Please be at the gate in time to line up for for its 8:00 a.m. opening.

Note on Start/Finish: There can sometimes be a line-up for park entry, so we’ll need to be a little flexible on gathering. We’ll get started once everyone is gathered. The early start is an effort to beat the heat and summer storms. We'll finish by noon. There’s an option afterward to have a bite to eat and reflect on rescues at the South Beach Pavilion Cafe, or head over to House of Beer in Dunedin.

Parking Fees: Park entry is $8 per vehicle with up to eight occupants. State park passes are available at this link.

Description: This is Part Three in our summer of rescues and attempt to stay wet in hot summer conditions. The idea is a capstone experience of taking the rescue skills you learned in calm water out into some conditions. Conditions can simply be managing a shore break landing or launch, or could be attempting self or assisted rescues in bumpy conditions, or potentially out in breaking waves. We will work the venue to scale the location to your skill level or desired challenge. We’ll also role model risk assessment practices and venue selecting on shore before just diving into the lumpy waters.

This session is open to paddlers of all skill levels and kayak types. No worries if you didn't attend our June training--we'll start where you are.

What to bring: The usual paddling gear, plus a spray skirt, stirrup, and paddle float if you have them. Nose plugs or a dive mask may be useful for those looking to practice rolls. Coaches will bring some extra paddle floats and slings to lend out as needed. Participants must wear a PFD, closed-toed water shoes, and bring plenty to drink.

If you have any medical issues that might impact your rescue practice, please notify leaders before the training so that they can be best equipped to assist you as needed.

If your plans to participate change, please cancel on the website so that people on the waitlist can join the class. Spaces will be limited based on the number of coaches and qualified assistants available.

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