The Lorax and I met up with the Lake Ridge Paddlers to go out on the Occoquan Reservoir for and easy 6 or 8 mile paddle on Saturday the 28th.
Once again I was reminded how much the wind affects paddle boarders when kayakers barely feel it. I would not have called this a "windy day." The boarders were feeling it though. They got a bit more of a work out than the Lorax and I did. I got to see Deke's new Christmas toy, a carbon racing board, and show off our new toys.
I was glad we took it a bit slower as this was my fourth time on the water in my new boat in a hand-full of days and I was tired. Pooped. I told my husband I couldn't make it back the last half mile and that he would "have to tow me." Then he pointed out he didn't bring his tow line. More poop, I really was tired, but wouldn't have actually let him tow me. I do not think I ever have been towed. I'm sure there will be a first time.
We went out for pizza at a "pizza bar" afterwards and got to visit with Michele, Deke, and Celeste mainly as we were at one end of a long table. Next time I will sit next to Karen, as I always like to visit with her!
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| The illusion of wilderness is pulled away this time of year and the townhouses at this end of the reservoir are visible everywhere |
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| Deke and his new board |
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| Celeste and Michele |
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| Sidney and Brian |
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| Karen and Michele |
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| Pete |
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| the Lorax aka James and Brian |
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| Laurie and Scott |
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