This was another trip planned by Doug Galpin. We all met in the parking lot at the Tahawus Preserve to kayak on Henderson Lake. There is a short portage to get from the parking lot to the lake. We got our wheels out and double staked our kayaks for the walk. Tim took the front and I took the back. Megan walked in with Doug.
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Meg- suited up and ready to go!
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Doug & Megan portage in
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Once we launched we headed out towards the center of the lake and then headed to the left. We stayed fairly close to shore as we paddled. The group this weekend was: Tim, me, Megan, Doug & Cindy, Gary & Sharon, Patty S., Eileen, her son & his girlfriend. It was a nice size group.
The wind picked up a little and so did the waves before we reached the end of the lake. Tim stopped and put his spray skirt on to keep the water out of his boat.
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Tim paddles through
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The scenery was beautiful. Most of the trees had turned and were close to peak color. We tucked in and out of small coves to get out of the wind and the waves and allow everyone to catch up and stay together.
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The group
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We paddled for several hours; enjoying the scenery & the company. We didn't see much wildlife this trip- just a duck or two. There were a lot of hikers though. The parking lot was full of cars, and we didn't pass any other boats on the lake. As the season gets later, we see fewer and fewer kayakers.
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Meg & Nance wait for the others in a calm cove
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We hope to get one more trip in before we hang up the boats for the winter. The air & water are getting colder and the days are getting shorter. Here are a few more pictures to enjoy from our day.
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Tim
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Such a beautiful view!
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