Paddle Now! - Paddling Pirates
- Pirates of THE LAKES
- Pirates of BALTIMORE
- Pirates of the EASTERN SHORE
- Pirates of GEORGETOWN
- Pirates of the JAMES
- Pirates of NORTH
- Pirates of OCCOQUAN
- Pirates of PATUXENT
- Pirates of PIER 7
- Pirates of POTOMAC
- Pirates of SUGARLOAF
- CPA Paddling Peer Groups
Pirates of THE LAKES
Susquehanna River Valley, PennsylvaniaPirates of "The Lakes" invites you to join the crew for our weekly paddle and play nights! These will be a social paddle with basic thru advanced practice mixed in, appropriate for everyone. Our base launch site for weeknight paddling is at Lock 2 Recreation area across from Shank's Mare Outfitters.
Visit: Discussion Forum,
When: meet at 5:00 paddle at 5:30 PM Tuesday
Where: Lock 2 Recreation area across from Shank's Mare Outfitters
Pirates of BALTIMORE
Baltimore & Essex, MarylandThis year the Pirates of Baltimore will truly be roving. Our plans are to rotate through multiple launch sites located within Baltimore and Anne Arundel Counties. Other than on evenings when Skills courses are offered (which will continue to meet at Rocky Point), no regular meet sites will be posted. To obtain information about an upcoming paddle, Pirates will have to check the Pirates of Baltimore forum. Information about the launch site and driving directions will be announced there.
Meeting time is 5:30 p.m. A PFD, paddle float, bilge pump, sprayskirt (see the Captain for exceptions), and waterproof light will be required.
Visit: Discussion Forum,
When: meet at 5:30 paddle at 6:00 PM Tuesday
Where: Launch points,
- Some of the sites being considered are Mariners Point (providing access to the Bird and Gunpowder rivers, as well as Days Cove, an old safe harbor for bay pirates), Turner Station (Peach Orchard Cove and Bear Creek), Flying Point (Bush River), Ft. Smallwood (Chesapeake Bay), Hanover Street Bridge (Patapsco river), and of course, our home ports of Island View (access to Hart Miller and Pleasure Islands) and Dundee Creek. Also planned are monthly weekend day-paddles. These will be announced in advance so that paddlers from other Piracies may also join us.
Pirates of the EASTERN SHORE
Kent County, MarylandThis piracy will provide you with opportunities for skills practice as well as general paddling. the Captain may also set up some clinics where the focus will be on specific skills similar to the Piracy of Baltimore. Join us at one of the two location listed below as we start this new Piracy on the Eastern Shore for the 2012 Season!
Visit: Discussion Forum,
When: meet at 5:00 PM Wednesday
Where: Launch points,
- Turner Creek (Turner’s Creek Road Kennedyville, MD 21645):This location has a boat ramp launch and a small somewhat rocky beach area. From the launch, we can paddle out of Turner Creek into the Sassafras and go either up or down river. Turner Creek has limited parking at the ramp, but a large overflow parking lot close by.
From Chesapeake Bay Bridge: head east on route 50 E to 301 N. In 6 miles take route 213 N to Chestertown (19 miles). Continue through Chestertown on route 213 N for 10 miles and turn left on MD route 298. Travel approximately 2 miles and turn right on Turner's Creek Road. Drive approximately 1.5 miles to Sassafras (on left) or 3 miles to Turner's Creek parking lot on left immediately before the wharf. - Buckingham (Buckingham Road, Chestertown, MD 21620): is a sand ramp on the Chester River about 4 miles upriver from Chestertown.
Directions: Proceed east on MD Route 291 for about 1.2 miles beyond the Morgnec site. Turn right onto Buckingham Road and proceed to the end.
Pirates of GEORGETOWN
Washington, DCWe usually paddle from the Columbia Island Marina but occasionally we will paddle from other locations. Follow the "Discussion Forum" link below for the latest information.
We meet Thursday evenings at 6:00 pm, paddle away at 6:30 pm, and will typically stay on the water for about an hour-and-a-half. We meet every week once the water warms up in the Spring until our final Halloween Paddle Party in October, regardless of weather. We usually go out for a quick meal afterward but sometimes will create a potluck dinner among ourselves or order pizza to eat at the marina. If we decide to try paddling from a different location, we'll consider the availability of good, cheap food near-by! If you don't have a kayak, you can rent one from one of the local boathouses. For more information on renting go to either jacksboathouse.com or thompsonboatcenter.com.
Visit: Discussion Forum,
When: 6:00 PM Thursdays
Where: We are most likely to launch from Columbia Island Marina, but check the Pirates of Georgetown Discussion Forum for more schedule information. Columbia Island Marina is off of the George Washington Pky Southbound. Visit the Columbia Island Marina Directions page.
When we are trying a different location out for size and plunder potential, you will see the date and place listed on the Pirates of Georgetown Forum.
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 (703)533-2436
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Pirates of the JAMES
Richmond, VAWe will meet on Wednesday evenings from late April through late October. Our primary launch site will be Deep Bottom Park (see details below), but we may move a bit up or down river from time to time for a change of scenery.
Always remember to check out the Pirates of the James (POJ) Discussion Forum for final details on weekly paddling plans. Decisions on locations will be made no later than Monday nights and will be posted in the Forum and via the CPA Facebook page.
If ye decide to venture down this southerly direction, a good Pirate can look forward to a whole season of great paddling, including informal group paddling of the rivers of Central Virginia (James, York, Rappahannock, Chickahominy, Appomattox, and more), local creeks and reservoirs, monthly safety and rescue practices, kayak and car camping, social events in the off season, and, of course, eating…lots of eating! In fact, aside from paddling, eating is what we do best!
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Pirates of NORTH
Havre de Grace, MDCome visit the Pirates of the North (PON) and see where the mighty Susquehanna enters the Chesapeake Bay. We will be paddling on Wednesday nights this year launching at 6 PM from Roberts Park, below the Amtrak Bridge in Havre de Grace. We have some great paddling options to include paddling up river to Port Deposit or Susquehanna State Park, across the river through the Flats to Furnace Bay, or south along the Havre de Grace shoreline toward Swan Creek, or, last but not least, do some open water paddling out to the old Fishing Battery. If these great options don't entice you, we will be planning some paddles out of other locations such as the new boat launch on the Elk River. Stay tuned! We'll post the alternative paddles on the PON forum.
Our first paddle will be Wednesday 1 May. Hope some folks will be ready to go to Coakleys Pub afterwards.
Visit: Discussion Forum,
When: 6:00 PM Wednesdays
Where: At the junction of Otsego St, Union Ave N, and Water St. below the Amtrak bridge.
Pirates of OCCOQUAN
Upper Potomac(formerly Pirates of Algonkian) A Group of dedicated paddlers from Northern Virginia who meet weekly to paddle various Northern Virginia Regional Parks during the evenings. The Pirates will launch every other Wednesday evening at Fountainhead Regional Park. On alternate weeks subgroups of the Pirates will set up peer paddles at other locations in Fairfax County along the Occoquan Water Trail. Other locations will include Bull Run Marina, Pohick Bay Regional Park, and Mason Neck State Park.
Check out the Pirates of the Occoquan Discussion Forum for weekly paddling plans. Decisions on locations will be made Sunday night and posted in the Forum and via the Pirates of the Occoquan mailing list.
Visit: Discussion Forum,
When: 6:00 PM Wednesdays
Where: Directions to Launch Sites:
- Fountainhead Regional Park:
To reach Fountainhead, take I-95 south of the Beltway, exit at Occoquan and travel north on Rt. 123 approximately 5 miles. Turn left onto Hampton Road and drive 3 miles to the entrance on the left. - Bull Run Marina:
To reach Bull Run Marina, take I-66 west, exit at Fairfax, continue south on Route 123 to Clifton Road, turn right on Clifton Road, then left on Henderson Road to a right turn on Old Yates Ford Road. - Mason Neck State Park:
Access to the park is via U.S. 1, then five miles east on Route 242 (Gunston Road) to the park entrance. - Pohick Bay Regional Park:
To reach Pohick Bay, take I-95 south of the Beltway, exit at Lorton. Turn left on Lorton Rd., right on Armistead Rd., right on Rt. 1 and left on Gunston Rd. Continue 1 mile to golf course on left; 3 miles to main park.
Pirates of PATUXENT
Solomons Island, MarylandMeet Thursday evenings. Arrive between 5 and 6 pm.
Visit: Discussion Forum,
When: Arrive 5:00 - 6:00 PM Thursday
Where: Take Rt 2 south to Solomons. There's a sandy beach and free parking on the right, just north of the boardwalk across from Our Lady Star of the Sea Church.
 (301)249-4895
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Pirates of PIER 7
Annapolis, MarylandWednesday evenings – Plan to arrive around 4:30 pm to meet up with informal paddling groups to go out various distances along the South River. paddle time is at 5:00 pm.
Activities include informal groups paddling the creeks and the 12 miles of shoreline along the South River, rolling sessions, assisted rescue practice, USCG boat safety demos, boat out-fitting, kayak camping & cooking demos, and assorted group suppers on the beach after paddling. Chesapeake Light Craft brings their wood boats to demo every Third Wednesday during the summer months.
Note that there is a specific version of the CPA Waiver in use for a season of padding with the Pier 7 Piracy. This has been developed in cooperation with the Pier 7 Marina. Download and print it here, and bring it the first time you paddle with the Pier 7 Pirates!
Visit: Discussion Forum,
When: 4:30 PM Wednesdays
Where: From DC, take US-50 toward Annapolis. Exit onto MD-665. Exit onto MD-2 southbound. Continue on MD-2 south over the South River. Take the first median left turn after crossing the bridge. Turn Left to Pier 7 Marina. Look for kayaks at the bottom of the hill.
Pirates of POTOMAC
Belle Haven Marina, Alexandria, VirginiaWednesday evenings at 5 pm. $3 launching fee; seasonal passes $45. If inclement weather, can call Belle Haven Marina after 3:30 pm (703-758-0018) to verify if launch cancelled.
Visit: Discussion Forum,
When: 5:00 PM Wednesdays
Where: From Alexandria, VA, take the George Washington Memorial Parkway 1.3 miles south of the Beltway, then left and straight into Belle Haven Marina.
Pirates of SUGARLOAF
Riley's Lock, Potomac, MDThe Pirates of Sugarloaf have two Queens, Rita Scherping and Liz Marancik. We most often will be meeting on Tuesdays 5:30 pm at Riley's Lock (off River Road in Seneca/Darnestown, MD). We paddle up the Potomac River first, around 1 to 3 islands depending on the current and group skills. Then we rapidly return (drift?) downstream. We usually like to stay out long enough to enjoy the spectacular sunsets over the Potomac. So bring lights for you and for your kayak! There is no put in fee, but we do need to be courteous towards other boaters also using the ramp. Any change of location will be posted in the forums. We may occasionally meet at Black Hill Regional Park in Boyds Maryland, where there is a $5 fee.
Visit: Discussion Forum,
When: 5:30 PM until Sunset Tuesdays
Where: Primary launch is Riley's Lock (unless otherwise posted)
Riley's Lock: Take exit 39 for MD-190 West/River Rd toward Potomac, MD. Continue on River Rd until you reach a fork, about 12 miles. Turn left to continue on River Rd. Go about a half mile and take the 1st left onto Riley’s Lock Rd. Continue for about a half-mile, until you see a paved boat ramp. Find parking and then find us, near the ramp.
Black Hill Regional Park: I-270, exit onto Route 27 East (Father Hurley Boulevard), left onto Route 355 North (Frederick Road), Left on West Old Baltimore Road. Follow signs approx. 4 miles to left into Park then first boat ramp on the right.
CPA Paddling Peer Groups
Sometimes a well knit group of paddlers come together in order to create a regular event which is so special that we just have to let other paddlers know about it. These Peer Groups meet at regular or sometimes irregular times and are coordinated entirely as a group of peers by the group leader designated by his fellows.
Loons of the Adirondack
The Adirondack Park, NYThe Loons of the Adirondack is a Sesonal Group lead originally by David Moore. This group plans each year to travel North to the hamlet of Blue Mountain Lake, New York.
Like all good members of the CPA the members of this group paddle to eat, and dine well courtesy of their master chef at one of the Inns where they stay.
Visit: Discussion Forum, Website
When: All Day & Night September 1-6
Where: Blue Mountain Lake, New York
