Today was what I would call a perfect day. We were up and out of the house by 6:30AM and on the bikes by 7:05AM. It was a beautiful morning for a ride. No wind, great temps and very few people on the trail. It must have been the time of day because there was more wild life than usual including a Green Heron and a mink. What a way to start the day, a twenty mile ride. Our next adventure was meeting up with a group of our fellow paddling friends and heading down the Big Sioux River. We put in just north of Lake Alvin right of Highway 135. I believe by my count there were 23 boats that hit the water at 1:10PM and headed south. Our destina
tion was just above the low head dam at the Klondike, eight miles down stream. It was a great day to be on the water. Nice soft current, plenty of sunshine, beautiful surroundings and great company. The river was pretty shallow, but very navigable. The group of us set a nice leisurely pace. One that allowed for some conversation, picture taking and just plain having fun.
We took the next two hours and forty minutes to enjoy the time. Floating past cliffs and corn fields the group made its way. One of the highlights of the trip was getting to see a pair of Golden Eagles. The male flew of right away his bright white head and tail shining in the sun. The female sat high above us in a tree for some time before spreading her huge wings and flying down stream ahead of us and off into the distance. Once we cam to the Klondike Bridge we all hugged the eastern shore line alone the Iowa side of the river so as not to end up going over the low head dam. That would be a bummer. Once everyone was out of the river and the boats were all hauled up the hill it was time to head for home. All I can say is I wish I could spend everyday like this.
Today was what I would call a perfect day. We were up and out of the house by 6:30AM and on the bikes by 7:05AM. It was a beautiful morning for a ride. No wind, great temps and very few people on the trail. It must have been the time of day because there was more wild life than usual including a Green Heron and a mink. What a way to start the day, a twenty mile ride. Our next adventure was meeting up with a group of our fellow paddling friends and heading down the Big Sioux River. We put in just north of Lake Alvin right of Highway 135. I believe by my count there were 23 boats that hit the water at 1:10PM and headed south. Our destina
tion was just above the low head dam at the Klondike, eight miles down stream. It was a great day to be on the water. Nice soft current, plenty of sunshine, beautiful surroundings and great company. The river was pretty shallow, but very navigable. The group of us set a nice leisurely pace. One that allowed for some conversation, picture taking and just plain having fun. 
We took the next two hours and forty minutes to enjoy the time. Floating past cliffs and corn fields the group made its way. One of the highlights of the trip was getting to see a pair of Golden Eagles. The male flew of right away his bright white head and tail shining in the sun. The female sat high above us in a tree for some time before spreading her huge wings and flying down stream ahead of us and off into the distance. Once we cam to the Klondike Bridge we all hugged the eastern shore line alone the Iowa side of the river so as not to end up going over the low head dam. That would be a bummer. Once everyone was out of the river and the boats were all hauled up the hill it was time to head for home. All I can say is I wish I could spend everyday like this.
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My post on the SDCA cruise today.
Ed and Kay, you two are really physical fitness enthusiasts. I feel accomplished if I can do one of those activities in a day: the bike trail circuit or a kayak cruise. My hat's off to you for your energy and accomplishment. You are setting a high standard for fitness!
Jay
Sorry you could not join us Saturday. What a beautiful day. I would really like to do Klondike to Canton sometime soon. Maybe you can join us then.
Nice pics Pat...it was a great day.
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