I know it's short notice. I really wish I had thought of it myself sooner, but I will have the time off so, if anybody can manage it this year during that time frame I stated, even as a much smaller herf, let me know. We can book a smaller airbnb and make it happen.
Leisurely solo paddle up the East Fork Stones River yesterday. Very peaceful, very quiet, except for the Fem Riders gang that had taken over my beach, wouldn't shut up and took forever to leave.
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I volunteered as "kayak support" for swimmers in the first leg of a triathlon. We stationed ourselves around the course and kept the swimmers on course and provided a helping hand if they were fatigued and needed a rest, we would let them hold onto the bow of our kayaks to catch their breath and/or reorient themselves to the proper course to proceed. Turns out there were at least half a dozen that rested on my kayak. More than I expected. I learned that amateur triathletes are often not as prepared for the swim portion, compared to the running and biking. I was impressed by their efforts, nonetheless. I saw a post on one of my kayak friend's FB page, asking for kayak volunteers and I was curious and interested and it turned out to be the most fun I've had since the MKE herf. Got a t-shirt, a few warm beers and lunch for my efforts, and the biggest effort was getting out of bed at 3:00AM to make it there by the designated time. Turns out I could have slept an extra hour by my calculations. LOL But it was my first time, and I really enjoyed it. I'll probably look for more marathons to volunteer for.
I took a few short videos but cannot figure out how to load them. Oh well. Here's a youtube video of last years event that accurately captures the vibe I experienced. Also there was an event photographer who took pics of me after he asked me to look up as I was prepping the kayaks. Maybe I'll make the cut. LOL https://youtu.be/FAOyx9JlyzM?si=S98qmSH6_jTFELqq
I only brought one, but another volunteer brought hers and I had sold her that one from my collection. Kinda want it back.
That kayak was photogenic. vvvvvvvvv
@Bob_Luken said:
Leisurely solo paddle up the East Fork Stones River yesterday. Very peaceful, very quiet, except for the Fem Riders gang that had taken over my beach, wouldn't shut up and took forever to leave.
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I hope they invited you over for sandwiches anyway
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I'll stay back and guard the cabin while yins kayak.
This looks better. More beds, more baths.
I am free June 21st through July 7th if anybody is serious about doing it then. Not sure if I could schedule any time for it the rest of the year.
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Who else we need to tag?
Thinking about it.
Also nearby, Fancher's falls.
Video warning: Loud noise after intro music. (Dragging the kayak) There's no dialog anyway. Just mute the whole thing.
https://youtu.be/lSNJZbACPYE?si=MNb2FVkh3f8Befjj
Too short of notice, for me. Vacation already allocated. I was thinking about next year.
I know, You're a big dog and I'm on the list.
Let's eat, GrandMa. / Let's eat GrandMa. -- Punctuation saves lives
It'll be fine once the swelling goes down.
Same for me, would need to be 2025.
I know it's short notice. I really wish I had thought of it myself sooner, but I will have the time off so, if anybody can manage it this year during that time frame I stated, even as a much smaller herf, let me know. We can book a smaller airbnb and make it happen.
My Wife is thinking about it, if we're open for bringing wives.
This year is shot for me also. Great idea.
Kim and I practicing for the kayak herf next year in La Jolla touring sea caves and wading in a leopard shark nursery.
Leisurely solo paddle up the East Fork Stones River yesterday. Very peaceful, very quiet, except for the Fem Riders gang that had taken over my beach, wouldn't shut up and took forever to leave.
Crowned Heads FTW!
Harpeth River?
"If you do not read the newspapers you're uninformed. If you do read the newspapers, you're misinformed." -- Mark Twain
Cumberland river at Ashland City.
I volunteered as "kayak support" for swimmers in the first leg of a triathlon. We stationed ourselves around the course and kept the swimmers on course and provided a helping hand if they were fatigued and needed a rest, we would let them hold onto the bow of our kayaks to catch their breath and/or reorient themselves to the proper course to proceed. Turns out there were at least half a dozen that rested on my kayak. More than I expected. I learned that amateur triathletes are often not as prepared for the swim portion, compared to the running and biking. I was impressed by their efforts, nonetheless. I saw a post on one of my kayak friend's FB page, asking for kayak volunteers and I was curious and interested and it turned out to be the most fun I've had since the MKE herf. Got a t-shirt, a few warm beers and lunch for my efforts, and the biggest effort was getting out of bed at 3:00AM to make it there by the designated time. Turns out I could have slept an extra hour by my calculations. LOL But it was my first time, and I really enjoyed it. I'll probably look for more marathons to volunteer for.
I keep checking back in here to see if anyone has in fact used a body as a kayak. I'm not impressed fellas.
I got one gals number, but she drove a Subaru. Not sure if I made any progress at all.
I took a few short videos but cannot figure out how to load them. Oh well. Here's a youtube video of last years event that accurately captures the vibe I experienced. Also there was an event photographer who took pics of me after he asked me to look up as I was prepping the kayaks. Maybe I'll make the cut. LOL
https://youtu.be/FAOyx9JlyzM?si=S98qmSH6_jTFELqq
That looks like a great time, even if you aren't in it.
@Bob_Luken were all those your kayaks?
I only brought one, but another volunteer brought hers and I had sold her that one from my collection. Kinda want it back.
That kayak was photogenic. vvvvvvvvv
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I hope they invited you over for sandwiches anyway
That water looks a bit chilly for a SOT.
My fishing kayak
touring
my kevlar
Lucy