Foot of the Mountains

Foot of the Mountains

July 21, Day 120, Mile 2183 Jim was already getting coffee ready before 4:30 in the morning. He made us each a fine cup and then we headed off down the road to my kayak where Jim dropped me off.  I was paddling early. It …

Old Friend

Old Friend

July 20, Day 119  Calm winds and light current made the early hours easy paddling. Many deer came down to the river throughout the day. I got a kick out of the little fawns. Sometimes they’d see me and usually just watch me curiously until …

Upriver

Upriver

June 19, Day 118 One last fine complimentary breakfast, a packing of the boat, and then I carted the kayak to the river.  The river was mellow and the winds were light, making for some of the easiest river paddling in a long time. It …