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Sea Rim State Park / Keith Lake, TX

When:
Sunday, January 19, 2020, 2:00 PM until Tuesday, January 21, 2020, 11:00 AM
Where:
Sea Rim State Park, Keith Lake, Sabine Pass
Sea Rim State park home page
19335 State Hwy 87
Sabine, TX  77655

409-971-2559
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Chris Arceneaux
Category:
HASK Paddle Trip
Registration is required
Payment In Full In Advance Only
This is an ACA sanctioned event. All participants must wear a PFD. Non-HASK participants must sign a waiver. See all rules at the bottom of this page.
Cancellation Policy:
Notify the Event Contact to cancel your registration.
Capacity:
10
Available Slots:
4
Attendees pay for their own charges
This can be a day trip from Houston.  PADDLES WET at 09:30. There is a 15 mile 20-min (round trip for some) shuttle involved. The Put-In is here: [ Keith Lake Public Boat RampTake out is at Sea Rim State Park Air Boat Road Ramp (see photo). 


Must have a Paid Park Entrance Fee receipt or State Park Park Pass receipt to park here. Park entrance is 3/4 mile further on Hwy 87. Participants may camp Sunday & Monday night or both.  This trip leader is planning on camping both nights.  Campsites 12 & 13 have been booked. Camping participants are responsible for their portion of the park camp fee which is $20 (or less depending on # of campers). Pay Chris Arceneaux.  Sea Rim State Park Entrance fee is NOT Included in the camping fee. 
I'm taking volunteers for meal planning.

The primary paddle on Monday is really a level 2 which is Paddling on sheltered water, rivers, bayous, and lakes within 1/2 mile of shore.  Paddlers may encounter waves 1 foot or less and current up to 1 knot. To participate you should be able to paddle in 12 knot winds, and should be familiar with at least one-partner assisted rescue. You must be able to perform a wet exit. PFD's and whistles are a must, spray decks (skirts) are highly recommended for comfort and safety. VHF radios are encouraged, but not mandatory.

We are paddling 4 interconnected coastal / Inland lakes. We are paddling SW, mostly 1/2 mile from any shoreline. Forecast (as of 1/15/20) is:  47* at put-in, 55* midday, winds 11-14 mph NNE. Dress appropriately. Pack snacks or a lunch, there is a shell beach midway for a stop.  We can take leg stretch / bio-breaks as needed.


Directions in the links below.

 
http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sea-rim/map


Our Planned Route paddling in a SW direction.  We ask all to help with the shuttle. This is our 3rd time paddling this area, the shuttle is simple.


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Trip Leader     Chris Arceneaux
Trip Assistants Pending
Trip Rating                          Level 2
Ready to Launch at          9:30 a.m.
Duration                         Plan on 4.5 ~ 5 hours
Paddling miles                    TBD 11-5 depending on routes
Emergency Phone #s         
Latest Expected Return       Off the water by 3 PM Monday
Auto Description            Blue Explorer / DWO-2182
Distance from Housto          125 miles, about two hours
Hazards                            Hypothermia, maybe snakes, insects, dehydration, lake chop. Remember thermal & sun protection, water, and good footwear.
* Trip ratings are only a guide.  Actual conditions will vary with wind and other weather conditions.

                                                                  

 

This is an ACA sanctioned event. Every participant must wear a PFD.

 

Waivers - Please complete our easy to use online waiver if you are a HASK member who has not signed a waiver within the last 12 months or a non- HASK participant. Read the waiver carefully.  You give up substantial rights when you sign it.

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  • You will receive a confirmation email. Please download and print a copy of the waiver and bring it to the trip put-in. 
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