Some forgot their kayaksA friend sent me some pictures taken just after Christmas at Middle Cove Beach. Those of us who live here and are familiar with the beach will appreciate the extraordinary conditions captured. The edge of the water is normally some 75 metres from the foreground rocks.
A series of strong Nor'Easters really had the water in a state of frenzy. These kids were lucky as no one was hurt. But water can be very powerful as we who paddle on it know well.
Its power impacts us most when we paddle in rock gardens. An unusually large or rogue wave can appear out of nowhere to send us sidesurfing into the rocks. Waiting, watching and mental calculations are the keys to safety before venturing through a rock garden.
The sea is powerful; discretion is sometimes the best part of valour.
in general the nature needs respect from the sea to the mountains. the snap is a quite evident example. very impressive.
ReplyDeleteThat's a good way of putting it Gio ... everything in nature between sea level and the top of mountains has to be respected. It can bite you at any time.
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What a beautiful blog, great pictures, info and stories. It wants me to want to paddle in Newfoundland ... thanks and cheers, Marcus
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Thanks you so much Marcus. There are lots of great places to paddle and Newfoundland certainly is worth a visit. I'll check your site out too!
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