Last November, at the NSKS symposium on the island of Naxos, Fanis met and befriended a group of French participants. He had proposed to Pierre to try some paddling in Greece sometime in the future and the response was positive. All that was now needed, was a place, a date and a small team.
Milos was rapidly chosen, because of its unique geography, its small size, its proximity to the Kimolos and Polyegos islets and its thriving seal population. Furthermore, Fanis had already paddled around Milos and had identified all its magical spots. Yves T. had paddled in the Aegean waters before, with Aegean Paddlers, and was instantly interested in participating. Soon after, Thierry joined our little team.
Having arranged the flight details, the transfer to Piraeus port, the kayaking equipment and food supplies, all that was now needed was a window of opportunity regarding the Covid-19 restrictions. Eric P. was our fifth member and in charge of setting up the relevant website.
Having aboard a local paddler, a keen bird-and-whale watcher, an avid photographer and an old kayaking hand, seemed to be the ideal combination for this 7-day expedition.