The weather was a little dicey in the afternoon with several thunderstorms making their way through the area. This probably kept a few paddlers at home. We had a good number show up though and those that did turn up just after a storm had passed ended up with a good evening paddle . It was nice and calm as you can see below.
We went south down the east shoreline for just about an hour. Stopped for a couple of breaks and chat. The storm clouds were in sight but they did not bother us a bit.
The sun was trying hard to shine through and for the most part it was really quite nice out. A lot of the lake is shallow and it was fun just poking around through the tall weeds growing up from the lake bottom.
I was paddling a new Seaward Chinook as a demo and was trying out the handling and speed. I stopped regularly to take some photos and the Chinook allowed me to catch up with the group rather easily.
At about the time we turned around and started heading back, the sun was peaking through and gave us some nice views of the shimmering water and sun rays.
On the way back the wind was in our faces only slightly and it was a relaxing paddle. You can see the slight chop on the water now.
We arrived back at the launch area well before dark and the GPS tells me we paddled about 8.2 km.
Hope you enjoy the photos and keep paddling.
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