In spite of some degree of storm threat, we actually had a very nice evening on the water of Sylvan Lake. In fact, the cloud cover shielded us from the sun and made it all the nicer. Only 5 paddlers this week, with 2 canoes, 3 kayaks, and 3 types of kayak paddles! Keith and … Continue reading Sylvan Lake 8.23.25
Category: Intermediate surfski
5.27.25 FW Kayaking Group: Dallas Witmer Lake Chain
Although earlier reports threatened rain, our kayaker blessing held out and we ended up with a pretty nice evening on the waters of the Dallas Lake chain. 5 of us showed up, almost all assuming we were late, but "when we're all late, nobody's late". 🙂 Andy and Linette came out, in spite of the … Continue reading 5.27.25 FW Kayaking Group: Dallas Witmer Lake Chain
6.3.25 FW Kayaking Group: Oliver Lake Chain
What a great evening on the water! Warm air, lots of wind and waves (although you could stick to the upwind shore and not experience the joy), and just the joy of a good paddle workout. 5 of us took to the water in 4 kayaks and 1 canoe. We more or less followed the … Continue reading 6.3.25 FW Kayaking Group: Oliver Lake Chain
7.14.25 FW Kayaking Group: Dallas Lake
We had a mighty fine evening on the water, paddling the Dallas Lake chain. Somehow the high temps didn't feel bad once we were cruising along on the water. From what I recall, Mike, Fred, Keith, Ray, Steve E., Andy, Linette, and I pretty much rounded things out at the start, with Doreen joining us … Continue reading 7.14.25 FW Kayaking Group: Dallas Lake
Elkhart River Challenge 9.7.24
The Elkhart River Challenge isn't a points race for the Indiana Division of the USCA . . . yet! Many of our racers enjoyed the challenge regardless! From the Elkhart River Challenge Website: To all racers, past present and future- While in 2024, we transformed the “race” into a true “challenge” we did have races in … Continue reading Elkhart River Challenge 9.7.24