Thanks to Wes and Sandy for suggesting our next paddle.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5
BAUM ROAD
10:30am
We will paddle Smith Creek and some of the Northwest River. Bring something for lunch, as well as whatever other subsistence you desire.
The put in is near Northwest River Park in Chesapeake. Baum Road is just off of Indian Creek Road in Southern Chesapeake. You can get there via Gallbush Road from the Chesapeake Expressway, or from Pungo Ferry Road or Blackwater Road. Check the Google Maps link, and scroll down to Baum Road.
See you on the water!
Monday, September 29, 2008
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Kiptopeke '08
In mid September, the River Mice gathered for their eighth annual Kiptopeke Weekend. We camped at Kiptopeke State Park, and paddled on Saturday (and Sunday). It was a beautiful, though hot weekend. Hot enough that we had to forgo a Mogul tradition- no campfire!
Most mice arrived Friday night, but a few showed up Saturday for the day. Twelve mice in all made it across to the Eastern Shore.
Most mice arrived Friday night, but a few showed up Saturday for the day. Twelve mice in all made it across to the Eastern Shore.
Put-in at Oyster
Put-in this year was at Oyster, a few miles east of Cheriton, and opposite Cape Charles. The public boat ramp was perfect for our purposes, and we set off down the channel.
It was a hot day, with the high temperature reaching 91 degrees, but while out on the water, we were able to enjoy a nice breeze. Conditions were near perfect for a paddle, unlike in 2005, where our Oyster paddle was cut short due to a strong wind.
We paddled Ramshorn Channel, and Brockenberry Bay. As is usual at Kiptopeke, we hit some tidal flats, but were able to navigate through the deep portions.
It was a hot day, with the high temperature reaching 91 degrees, but while out on the water, we were able to enjoy a nice breeze. Conditions were near perfect for a paddle, unlike in 2005, where our Oyster paddle was cut short due to a strong wind.
We paddled Ramshorn Channel, and Brockenberry Bay. As is usual at Kiptopeke, we hit some tidal flats, but were able to navigate through the deep portions.
The Paddle Gang
Jim, Jeff, Bobbi, Suzanne, Chris, Nancy and Shorn gather for the obligatory group photo. Photographer John got the wind and current just right to get this picture in the middle of Ramshorn Channel.
Keeping Cool
Did I mention it was hot?
Luckily for the group, Jerry brought his camper, and had the AC turned up. Jeanine, Suzanne, Jim, Alli and Jerry stay cool amidst all of the jocularity.
Luckily for the group, Jerry brought his camper, and had the AC turned up. Jeanine, Suzanne, Jim, Alli and Jerry stay cool amidst all of the jocularity.
Winning Form
Those that ventured outside into the heat entertained themselves with the big football game, (Michigan lost!) or with a game of "Cornhole". Here Nancy shows her winning form, putting another bag on the board, as Shorn looks on.
Another Great Weekend!
Sunday morning, John, Chris, Shorn and Nancy went on another paddle, putting in at the wildlife refuge. They paddled to the bridge and enjoyed lunch on the beach. About the same time, some of the other campers were heading over the bridge, back to the real world.
It was another great weekend at Kiptopeke. Hope you can join us next year! Rumor has it we will find some shadier campsites!
It was another great weekend at Kiptopeke. Hope you can join us next year! Rumor has it we will find some shadier campsites!
END KIPTOPEKE
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