Iron Point to Short Beach: Prone Paddle

On June 17, Nico McMahon headed across Flanders bay, Great Peconic Bay, Little Peconic Bay, and Noyac Bay to complete an Iron Point to Short Beach prone paddle solo and unsupported. Check out the additional details below to see what fueled this paddle.

Start & End Point: Iron Point (Flanders Bay) to Short Beach (Noyac Bay)

Distance: 18.76 miles

Mode of Travel: Prone Paddle

Level of Support: Solo, Unsupported

Date of Completion: 06/17/2024

Trip Report: Total Elapsed time (4 hr 46 min). Average Speed (3.9 mph).

Additional Details: “I dedicate this paddle to my cousin fighting a rare form of bone cancer. This paddle helped me deal with emotions of anger and a sense of helplessness in regard to her condition. I only hope that this can give her courage to keep pushing forward through her treatments. Please go see a medical/ mental health professional if you are struggling physically or emotionally. There are many providers out there who truly care for your wellbeing.” - Nico McMahon (Paddler)