Shilshole Bay Downwind Kit

What to look for, and what to carry in order to stay safe while down winding on the Puget Sound. Have a plan and never downwind alone. At a minimum, dress for immersion, and wear a PFD, and Leash.



Live wind map of Shilshole bay is here:


Click on the photo below for a live stream of Shilshole Bay via the Ballard Elks Paddle Club webcam:


Click on image for a live view from the
Ballard Elk’s Paddle Club Shilshole Bay Webcam


Rob Casey of Salmon Bay Paddle shows you what you need to stay safe out there on the water and while downwinding


The PFD / Leash Project

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