(To book your trip, click the day(s) you want to join on the calendar). 

Paddle Kitsap is an amazing experience! The community of people, the location, the challenge and the good food make this a trip to remember.

The trip is 35 nautical miles (1.15 NM=1 mile), with 18 miles on day one and 14.5 NM on day two. Paddlers of all experience levels enjoy this trip.

A 2010 paddler said of Paddle Kitsap: "I hadn't kayaked much before this and was convinced I'd have to be taken off the course. But I made it, and it was an amazing experience! Such a friendly group of people and a beautiful location. I can't wait to do it again next year!"

Included in the price:

• Two Continental Breakfasts
• Two Lunches
• Two dinners
• Entertainment on the evening of day 1
• Rest stops with snacks, drinks and restrooms
• Camping in Kingston near put in (August 4 and 5)
• Showers and restrooms
• Shuttles
• Parking
• A talk in Suquamish by the Tribal Leader (day 2)

Additional Information

Kayak Rental Cost

Want to do Paddle Kitsap but don't have your own boat? Or are you thinking of buying a kayak but need to try one out? We have plastic and fiberglass single and double kayaks for rent! Kayak rentals include personal flotation devices (PFD), paddles, spray skirt, bilge pump, paddle float, and transportation of the boat and equipment to and from the event locations. On day one your kayak will be waiting for you at Port Gamble and it will be picked up on day two in Poulsbo.

Rental rates for the event:

Single Models: $75. Give us your specific size and weight and we'll fit you with the best model for you.

Double Models: Necky Amaruk

Double: $125

Day 1: Port Gamble to Kingston, 18 Nautical Miles (NM). Approximately 6 hours of paddling.

Day 2: Kingston to Poulsbo, 14.5 NM. Approximately 5 hours of paddling.

(We ask that paddlers renting equipment come to Port Gamble August 4 by 8:00 pm to get equipment fitted). 

Camping is available in Kingston August 4! We prefer paddlers drop off boats at the starting point (Port Gamble) on August 4. An Olympic Outdoor Center employee will be present to keep boats secure behind a locked gate.

Day 1 Detailed Itinerary (Friday)

6-7:00 am: Breakfast at the Kingston Yacht Club

7:15-7:45: Shuttle from Kingston to Port Gamble

8:00-8:15 am: Paddlers start from the Port Gamble beach

8:15-10:15: Paddle from Port Gamble to Twin Spits(5NM)

10:15-10:45: Snack and bathroom break

10:45-1:00: Paddle from Twin Spits to Norwegian Point (5NM)

1-1:30 pm: Lunch break at Norwegian Point

1:30-3:00 pm: Paddle from Norwegian Point to Eglon (4NM)

3-3:15 pm: Snack/Bathroom break at Eglong

3:15-5:00 pm: Paddle from Eglon to Kingston boat ramp (4NM)

5:30-6:30 pm: Dinner at Kingston waterfront park

6:30-8:30 pm: Entertainment at Kingston waterfront park

8:30 pm Friday-6:30 am Saturday: Camp in Kingston

Day 2 Detailed Itinerary (Saturday)

6:30-7:15 am: Breakfast at Kingston Yacht Club

8:00-10:00 am: Paddle from Kingston to Indianola (4.5NM)

10-10:30 am: Snack and bathroom break in Indianola

10:30-11:30 am: Paddle from Indianola to Old Man House Park in Suquamish (3NM)

11:30-12:00: Lunch and Suquamish talk at Old Man House Park

12:00-1:00 pm: Paddle from Suquamish to Keyport (4.5NM) REALLY FUN SECTION through Agate Pass!

1:00-1:30 pm: Snack and bathroom break in Keyport

1:30-2:30 pm: Paddle from Keyport to Poulsbo (2.5NM)

3:00-4:00 pm: End of paddle party at the Kvelstad Pavilion at Poulsbo's waterfront park

4:00-4:30 pm: Shuttle from Poulsbo to Kingston

Things To Bring

What to Bring Your Boat in the following condition:

• Flotation in each end of the boat either bulk headed hatches with covers or float bags.

• No cracked hatch covers missing covers or unsafe hatch systems. Boat must be able to float in case of capsize.

• Carry handles on each end of the boat.

• Bow and Stern lines - 12 foot long, nylon cord OK.

• Recreational kayaks or open canoes only if provided with proper flotation. Sit on top kayaks OK.

• All the * items below.

For the Boat (star items are required)

• ____* Life Jacket(Must wear at all times on the water)

• ____* Paddle/Oar (light as possible)

• ____Paddle/Oar Leash

• ____* Spray Skirt (required for all sit-in boats)

• ____* Bilge Pump(required for all sit-in boats)

• ____* Paddle Float (required for all sit-in boats)

• ____*Whistle(required by Coast Guard)

• ____Basic First-Aid Kit

• ____* Bow Tow Line (12 feet)

• ____* Stern Tow Line (12 feet)

• ____*Two 20-oz. water bottles (or equal hydration pack)

• ____Waterproof cases (cell phone, GPS,VHF, iPod, etc.)

• ____*Cell Phone for emergency(at least 1 per group)

• ____Dry Bags size 5 and 10 for clothes and gear

• ____Binoculars

• ____Chart Case or large zip lock for days chart

Boating Clothing

• ____Short-sleeve Shirt

• ____Long-sleeve Shirt

• ____Shorts

• ____Tights

• ____Wind jacket or paddling jacket

• ____Wind pants or paddling pants

• ____Dry suit or wetsuit (optional)

• ____Tennis shoes, sandals or water shoe, NO flip-flops.

• ____Paddling Gloves and/or Poggies

• ____Hat

• ____Sun Screen

• ____Lip balm

• ____Sunglasses with strap

Other

• ____Camera(you will want to have one of these)

• ____Pocket knife

• ____* Personal identification(required by Coast Guard)

• ____Cash or Bank Card for waterfront stores

• ____Personal Snacks and Drinks

• ____Small Tent and overnight gear.

Inclusions

Two breakfasts, two lunches, dinner, snacks, detailed directions, safety boaters.

Exclusions

Paddle Kitsap does not include:
* Kayak and kayaking equipment (rentals are available--we will deliver kayaks and all equipment to you at Paddle Kitsap)
* Camping equipment and overnight gear

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy
Deadlines

Refunds, less a processing fee of $25 for paddler registrations, will be issued to those who submit a cancellation by July 15. Click to Submit Cancellation request.

From July 16 to July 25
Refunds less a $50 fee for paddler registrations will be issued to those who submit a cancellation. Click to Submit Cancellation request

After July 25th
No refunds and no transfers after July 25th. Transfers of registration will not be allowed.

Please submit cancellation letters to:
Paddle Kitsap, c/o Olympic Outdoor Center, PO Box 236, Port Gamble, WA 98364
or e-mails to: Click to Submit Cancellation email

Questions? Contact us Olympic at (360) 297-4659 or programs@kayakproshop.com.

Departs

August 5-6, 2011

Pickup/Departure

Check in Thursday night Kingston or Friday morning

Drop-Off

Customers will be dropped off at the Kingston marina after the tour.

Additional Locations

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