Adventures in a Kayak with Aj
The original date for completion did not come to fruition. My original goal was to complete the 1,515 miles of the CT by September 2022, when I turn 70 years old; however, several setbacks along the way have hindered my progress. It has taken me …
There is no wind in the morning, that is okay, for the morning air is cool. Tranquil water allows me to loosen my muscles and gives me time to check my deck gear, ensure everything is secure, and adjust my course heading. Flat water, mirror-like, …
A blanket of dark clouds hovered over me as I stepped out of my tent. Coffee usually brightens my morning, but not this morning – the stove refused to work. Thankfully, instant coffee does dissolve in cold water, so I was still able to get …
Jun 19, 2022 Northern wind-tossed waves came at me broadside all day, forcing me to stay alert and watch my path. The winds brought with them hot, dry air, reaching 94°. Usually, a breeze will cool, but not this day; it felt like being …
With the kayak secured to the bed and cab of the pick-up truck, on Saturday, November 27, 2021, we departed on a 421-mile road trip to Big Lagoon State Park, Pensacola, Florida. Over the previous two months, I had made plans and arrangements to paddle …
