Vacation finally, for the hubby, after two weeks working with his team of Dutch co-workers here in Minneapolis. It seems the weather was also going to cooperate with vacation as the snow finally melted, ice off of most of the lakes, and a cleaned out storage unit (one whole day of vacation blown on that).
My prospects of getting on the water for the first time this season this weekend looked great.
Besides catching a Minnesota trout, kayaking was the only other thing on my to “do list” this trip and so far the weather has been a huge hurdle.
The temperature hit 74F yesterday and the lake where we are staying had ice out a few days ago. Imagine the smile on my face at checkin when I knew I would be able to now get my kayak out of storage and onto the lake.
It wasn’t long before I had my kayak ready to head to the lake.
The short walk through the Veterans Rest Camp drew some odd glances from the none walking, golf cart riding seasonal residents. One veteran even stopping as he rolled by in his car asking if I was really planning on taking it out on the water.
Really ? I thought. No, just wanted to see how many stupid questions I would get rolling it around the campground.
Instead I answered that yes, I was taking it out and it wasn’t too cold. I did look at the hubby and rolled my eyes which the hubby instantly understood.
As we approached the beach, there were several workers busy placing the docks back into the water. A loon was close to shore just watching all the activity and not the least bit upset I was about to kayak into his territory.
I got my gear ready.
Then headed out onto Big Marine Lake for my first beautiful kayak paddle of the season. Thanks to the hubby who provided the camera shots for this blog.
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Congratulations for getting out on the water, that’s something I should do while I have access to mine.
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Thanks Chris! It felt great!
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Your paddles lifted high, your spirits soaring.sky and lake so wondrously blue, I can feel your joy going out kayaking for the first time this season in Minnesota. Best wishes! Peter
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Thanks Peter! Always good to see you visit here. It has been beautiful the last few days.
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The water’s so blue and calm, great way to spend a day!
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No doubt- I couldn’t think of a better way to spend my day.
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A great day is any day on the water….although I do prefer it a little warmer !!
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Awesome!
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Now that is a mighty fine Loon! Jealous you have such easy access to those up there, when one wanders down here we all rush out to see it. Although, it must be creepy to hear a Loon let out its wail as the sun goes down – very haunting. Glad you were able to get in the water for a relaxing day and thanks to Mr. P. for the shots (did he take the Loon one as well?)
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Yes, hubby also took the loon picture. I was focused on getting out on the water and didn’t have a camera on me. That loon was crazy close to shore. We think he was tired from his migration as he didn’t move much. I have had them right next to my kayak on several occasions. They are cool birds and one of those red eye ones you like to photograph.😊
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So happy you are getting to do the adventures you had hoped to do while in Minnesota. This past weekend was stunning. And today promises to be beautiful also.
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Yup- I will be out on the lake today and tomorrow. Then kayak back in storage and head back to Europe.
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Love that you are paddling out there! And really glad there wasn’t another blizzard during your stay here in Minnesota. 🙂
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You and me both! Although, high winds don’t help with good paddling conditions either. But, have to say the last few days were nice to be out on the water. I will head back to Europe with a nice sunburn.😊
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Looks fantastic!
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It was!!!!
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You give me hope that by the time I return to New England, I’ll be able to paddle there, as well as these more southerly parts. Thank you –
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I went out twice more this week. Water temperature is still cool but nice to paddle when no one else is out on the lakes yet.
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