Paddle outings don't get much nicer than this. 6 of us gathered to brave the sunshine, upper 60's temps, light breeze, and clean water of Grassy Creek and the Barbee Lake chain. Starting from the Grassy Creek launch, we headed towards the lock, finding the water was high enough that no lock operations we needed; … Continue reading 9.12.23 FW Kayaking Group Grassy Creek
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8.5.23 FW Kayaking Group Marsh Lake Paddle
Skies were somewhat threatening as we arrived at the Marsh Lake boat ramp, with bouts of rain and even some lightning in the distance. But as so often happens, the weather cleared before we even had our water craft prepped and it turned into a beautiful evening. Starting at Marsh Lake, it took a bit … Continue reading 8.5.23 FW Kayaking Group Marsh Lake Paddle
8.29.23 Waldron Lake Paddle
Quite a nice evening on Waldron Lake. We had our typically kayakers rain aversion, as the rains stopped about the time we arrived and stayed away during our time on the lake. Beautiful evening, calm waters - and great cookies (and buckeyes!) afterwards (many thanks again to Louise!) We had 10 boats and 11 paddlers … Continue reading 8.29.23 Waldron Lake Paddle
8.8.23 FW Kayaking Group Golden Lake outing
It indeed was a great day and a great time with friends! Pretty much perfect weather, perfect water, a good turnout, and a fair number of critters made for some sweet paddling time. Seems like we had nearly a 50/50 split between kayaks and canoes this time; something must be in the air to bring … Continue reading 8.8.23 FW Kayaking Group Golden Lake outing
Fort Wayne Canoe & Kayak Races 6.18.22
Fort Wayne Canoe & Kayak Races 6.18.2022 Race conditions don’t come much better than those we had this past Saturday for Lori’s Fort Wayne Canoe & Kayak Races. Temps in the 70’s, plenty of water, and only a light current made for an excellent race venue. No one even hit a log! This race has … Continue reading Fort Wayne Canoe & Kayak Races 6.18.22