Well, guess what, it's windy in the Columbia River Gorge! So we called it a day, and took today off. Only two boats paddled, actually, out of the ten or so we have. The waves yesterday were BIG! bigger than I was comfortable with. Today's agenda called for crossing this BIG river, so many of the teams declined. See the pics of the two boats that did go--the highway follows the river, so we just stopped to take photos. It has finally cooled off some, only in the mid-seventies today, compared to 90-100. Yes, really, over 100 a couple of days ago in Irrigon, OR.
We are getting up at 4:30 am these days, to get on the water by 6 or earlier. We are often done by noon or so. Some of us are able to nap, some not.
Sometimes we have an arrival ceremony to stage, so we get in the boats again, in the hot, hot sun, and make our splashy entrance. Most often to a small crowd. Those who come appreciate us.
We now have a full team! Sue and Ian have joined us--but all too soon a couple of others will leave for home. It's amazing how fast this whole trip is going. All too soon, it will be over.
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