Kayak Navigation – Tides and Currents

Understanding Tides and Currents

Paddling requires an understanding of our dynamic environment.  Tides and currents have dramatic effects on local paddling conditions.  This slide show will help you understand tides and currents and the impact they have on paddling in the Chesapeake Bay.  If you are accessing this on a mobile device, use the open in new window link to view the presentation.  

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Helpful Links:

https://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/tide_predictions.html

https://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/noaacurrents/

http://www.deepzoom.com/   Displays animated current flows and tidal heights superimposed on nautical charts.  This page may open showing currents on the west coast.  You can move the map to show the area you are interested in viewing.

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