5.13.25 FW Kayaking Group: Marsh Lake

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

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