As kayaking technology has advanced (particularly the acquisition of a $30 kayak anchor, exposing us to a whole new world of simply sitting at anchor instead of always having to paddle somewhere), so have the rituals surrounding its use. The most vivid example of this is the Kayak Lunch.
Set out around 2:00pm, turn north and head under the US-1 bridge into a small, shallow bay. This bay is so shallow, especially in the early afternoons when we have been at Lower Low tide, that the difference between running aground and smooth sailing is often measured in inches. You could get out and push, but then you'd be at the mercy of the numerous jellyfish. You learn to stick to the deeper areas, and plug your kayak's scupper holes after the first time a jellyfish comes up through one. We nearly lost a crew that way.
Eventually, the brave and hungry lunchtime explorer comes to one of the four hidden coves in this area. Two are very shallow, but the other two offer more clearance. The diner at these establishments has bought out the entire facility free of charge, and loud laughter is encouraged, because there's nobody around to be bothered by it. Fish, crab, and of course jellyfish, all put on a show for you while you eat. And after you're done. You do eventually have to go, because the sun will set.
These photos are leaked footage of such a secret lunch.
