A Winter Paddle

It was more then a delight to meet this kayaker at Blacks Creek yesterday. Joe knows how to make the most out of life. He said that kayaking gives him a sense of freedom and serenity beyond anything he could imagine. Joe took advantage of the unseasonable open waters yesterday, but a year ago the creek was frozen solid as you can see by clicking on the QDP post HERE.

Quincy is fortunate to have great recreational places like this one to enjoy year-round.

My Bird Heaven

I've been kayaking a couple of times this summer and have my own red tupperware tub now. They are lighter and more manageable than canoes used to be but still heavy enough to be frustrating to handle alone. I ordered some wheels on eBay and this morning was my test trip to see if I could enjoy kayaking alone.



Naturally it was one of the busiest days at any landing and boats were lined up like airplanes ready to take off. Seniors holding scrappy dogs pulled up their golf carts to watch me but I did it! I stayed out for hours sneaking up on squawking birds. I saw an osprey take off with his catch, egrets soar, a red headed woodpecker, wood storks and countless birds I can't name. It was glorious and I was in heaven.