August 13-16, 2026; Kayak camping and paddling along the west shore of Green Bay
Miles: varies each day, up to 15 miles per day
Challenges: weather; long paddle days; Join one of our Practice Paddles prior to the trip.
Camping: J. W. Wells state park
Camping Fee: $50 for the cabin and pizza, free if not staying in the cabin.
NOTE: As of June 21, 2022, the campground group site is full. If you would like to be placed on the waiting list, or join the group, but find your own place to camp, contact Mike Stone or Jodie Bartnik.
Register:
NOTE: You MUST be a current member of NEWP and ACA. To join, see the membership page.
Registration and payment options coming soon. Please check back later.
Pay for the event (if you have not already).
SAFETY FIRST
- All participants must wear a personal flotation device (PFD or lifejacket) at all times while on the water.
- No alcoholic beverages are allowed on the paddle or during lunch stops.
Current Participant List:
(Confirm your club membership status and complete the trip registration form above.)
- Mike S.
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Across from Door County, on the OTHER side of the Bay is a whole new world of mostly forgotten paddling treasures. This trip explores the uniquely beautiful clear waters of northern Green Bay near historic Escanaba, Michigan and Little Bay de Noc. Much of what we paddle is emerald blue water with sand beaches that are a hallmark of the western shores of Green Bay.
Unique Activities:
We have some fantastic paddle adventures across northern Green Bay:
- From the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to Chambers Island at Door County, Wisconsin, across Green Bay
- Escanaba across Little Bay de Noc of Green Bay to Peninsula Point Lighthouse near Stonington
- Marinette, WI to Green Island on Green Bay
- Coastal kayaking from Wells State park to Airport Park at Ingalstan
- Coastal kayaking from Escanaba, Michigan to JW Wells State Park
- Escanaba, Michigan to Gladstone, Michigan
- Cedar River exploration
Lodging:
We will be staying at the Washington Island Rustic Cabin which is part of the Wells State Park located on the shoreline. The cost of the cabin is included in the NEWP trip fee. There is a gas stove, but no electricity and no running water. There are bunk beds, but we have to bring our own sleeping bag or blankets. A very cool rustic cabin experience.
Pizza Paddle Party:
We will have a pizza party on Friday night at the cabin to celebrate our upcoming paddle adventures, get to know each other and to enjoy the camaraderie of friends.
Questions? Ask the Trip Leaders: Mike Stone and Jodie Bartnik
Participant Qualifications and Preparation
Participants on this trip should have some paddling experience and ability to paddle at least 10 to 15 miles per day. To ensure participants meet fitness qualifications and equipment requirements, all participants must complete at least one two-hour group paddle. This will:
- Expose the participant to the physical requirements of an extended crossing. We will be prepared to stay in the kayaks for each day’s paddle.
- Confirm each participant’s ability to make the trip.
- Verify that the kayak and equipment are suitable for a Green Bay trip.
- Practice/test paddles are listed on the Practice Paddles page.
- Other opportunities to paddle in “big water” conditions:
- Door County Kayak Gathering
- Others TBD