Name: Black Friday Paddle @ Cypress Creek
Start: 2024-11-29T09:30:00-06:00
End: 2024-11-29T12:30:00-06:00

## Details

* Skill level: Beginner
* Fees: None
* Length: 4 miles
* Start Time: 9:30 AM
* Duration: 2 hours
* Launch: Down grass/sand riverbank
* Takeout: Up a steep bank/mud, we all help each other push the boats up with a train so make sure you are able.

Black Friday...Let's paddle Cypress Creek and work off a little of that Thanksgiving desert. We will meet at Collins Park and be unloaded and ready to shuttle at 9:30AM. We will have a short pre-paddle safety brief before getting on the water.

This is a **Beginner** level paddle with an estimated length of 4 miles. This is a very relaxed paced paddle with intent to take in an incredibly scenic environment with an abundance of wildlife viewing opportunities.

After the paddle feel free to join us for some food and beverage at Wings n Things located at 2318 FM 1960, Houston, TX 77068

A **Mandatory Safety** meeting is at 9:45AM. Do not launch before the safety meeting unless directed by the Host. Not attending the Safety Meeting constitutes a "No Show". If you don't plan to attend this Safety Meeting, then change your RSVP to "Not Going"
***Safety Requirements:*** Kayaking Houston Rules state that ALL paddlers MUST WEAR their correctly fitted PFD at all times. A properly fitting PFD is one that supports the paddler in head-up position when in the water and does not allow the wearer to slip out of the bottom of the PFD. All attendees must have a readily accessible Signal Whistle or Horn when on the water. **THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS.**
Each Attendee is responsible for their well-being, safety and property. They should be in good health and physically fit and know their limitations. All attendees must be practiced at entering and exiting their craft safely, and know how to swim should it become necessary. Anyone with a Chronic health issue, Injury or Allergy should make the Event Host aware in private.
Kayaking Houston, its Hosts and members DO NOT loan, rent or sell: paddles, PFD's or boats, and do not transport, load or unload boats. All attendees are responsible for transporting, unloading, loading and tying down their boat. Event Hosts and most seasoned paddlers will usually offer assistance, but they do so at their own discretion and risk. Never assume that anyone is available to assist you at the Launch or Takeout site.
**No INFLATABLES** are allowed unless they are pre-approved by the Event Host and must perform like a rigid boat (Sea Eagle etc. or other High-Pressure boats).
Children under the age of 13 in solo-boats are not allowed unless they are pre-approved by the Event Host.
Guests or "Plus Ones”, including minor children, are the sole responsibility of the Member or parent that accompanied them. The inviting member or parent must stay in close proximity to their guest or child and must be prepared to assist them and ensure that they control their boat and keep up with group.
Everyone attending this event agrees to hold Kayaking Houston, its Event Hosts and Organizers; harmless for any injury or illness, related to attending this event, including but not limited to launching, water hazards, take out and shuttling.
Recommended Items to Bring: Hat, Sunscreen, Insect repellent, towel and dry clothing (in a Dry Bag). Bring an energy snack to have in your boat and lots of WATER or another form of Hydration.
You will need a kayak, USCG approved life vest, paddle and whistle. Remember to bring plenty of liquid for hydration.

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