Nice spring trip to Eminence, MO and the Ozark Scenic Riverways. This was Rita's first trip since undergoing back surgery last fall, and it was her own personal goal. The water was up, lots of rubbish to maneuver around, but as always, quite enjoyable. Side trip to Rocky Falls, The Shut Inns on Rocky Creek, and Klepzig Mill added some nice adventure off the beaten path.
We gathered with the folks from Camdenton, MO Christian Church to float the Niangua from Bennett downstream. I did solo in a kayak and enjoyed it. The pastor of the church is a family friend and former youth in one of the groups I led in the early 1990s. Rita and I camped at Hidden Valley just outside Bennett Springs State Park. Brought back good memories of church float trips of the 1970s, 80s, and 90s.
We traveled to Sam A Baker State Park for the total eclipse. We met with Brother Lee and his wife Tammy and family for a great trip. No canoeing, but always time to play in the water.
Rainy camping weekend at Bennett, so no canoeing but beautiful fall in the Ozarks!
We camped at Echo Bluff and met with Cousin Laura and family for a wonderful float on the Current River from Akers to Pulltite. It was a perfect float day and late summer weather. Laura and family stayed to night at the E.B. Motel.
You would think canoeing the same river would get old, but the river is always changing yet the same. It is like driving your favorite and familiar road. Today's float highlights were the fall colors; plentiful and beautiful! And a resting eagle!
Three day trip to Echo Bluff State Park, staying there with Clayton and Mike. It was a very enjoyable time with dining, looking around the area, a Bluegrass evening concert, and canoe trip on the beautiful Current River. We put in at Akers Ferry and out at Pultite.
We camped at Longshoals near Warsaw and enjoyed a day on the river putting in at Bennett and floating to Maggards. Nice spring day to be out and about.
