Winter's comingYesterday we had our first snowfall that stuck. Its a signal that one thing is ending and another is beginning.
Its the end of warm, or even cool, fall paddling. A lot of us will be living off of mental images of summer paddles past.
But, its also the beginning of other opportunities. A few of us will continue to paddle throughout the winter, which is a different experience. It'll be cold but there won't be any flies. Also, we'll be looking over our maps with a mind to planning possible kayak camping trips next summer.
Most will look upon the first snowfall with dread. I say its mind over matter ... if you don't mind, it doesn't matter.
Thats the great thing about having an active club. I love planning with friends as much as I do paddling! And that lovely salt water that rarely freezes is a godsend!
ReplyDeleteLee, there are no club paddles in the winter. A group has evolved that has an interest in winter paddling and I'm grateful to everyone in the group for being able to continue paddling. Salt water is certainly a gift that enables us to paddle year round. I'm looking forward to the winter paddles this year.
ReplyDeleteTony ;-)