Only 3 of us showed up to brave the elements this evening, but we were rewarded quite a nice paddle. And a good dose of liquid sunshine. When Mike, Dan, and I departed the ramp, the rains had stopped, and we figured it was our usual paddler blessing. But before we had finished circling March … Continue reading 5.13.25 FW Kayaking Group: Marsh Lake
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6.24.25 FW Kayaking Group: Jimmerson Lake
For those who stayed away for fear of heat or storms: "ya' shoulda' come!" It was a fantastic evening on the water, but only 4 of us were in a position to know that first hand. Along with Jay and Joyce, who cheated by zipping around the lake in a boat with substantially more horsepower. … Continue reading 6.24.25 FW Kayaking Group: Jimmerson Lake
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
Three Rivers Fest Race 7.8.23
Photo by Julie Birge Three Rivers Festival Canoe & Kayak Races Report 7.8.23 Saturday wasn’t looking promising for the TRF race; initial predictions were for rain from 9 to 4, with early afternoon thunderstorms. My wife was recovering from a medical procedure, and wouldn’t be able to come and help. And several of our regular … Continue reading Three Rivers Fest Race 7.8.23
St. Joe River Race 9.24.22
Matt Meersman ended our season in a big way Saturday with his St. Joe River races in South Bend, Indiana. With 19 paddlers, 6 runners, morning and afternoon paddling races, and the chance to compete for "biathlon" status, it was a great finale for what has really been a great season. It was a rather … Continue reading St. Joe River Race 9.24.22