Monthly Archives: July 2009
Moo!
After my treacherous kayaking experience in Lost Creek Reservoir, I was on a mission to have a relaxing, uncomplicated, and enjoyable day of kayaking. We spent a weekend in St. Helens, Oregon with our friends (and former owners of our beloved Airstream), Bonnie and Steve. As owners of Scappoose Bay Kayaking, they were able to … Continue reading
My Very Own Splashwater Falls
Our week in the Columbia River Gorge area was excellent. After luckily finding a spot at Memaloose State Park for Sunday night, we moved on to nearby Ainsworth State Park for the remainder of the week. For the most part, I have been really pleased with Oregon’s parks but I was even more pleased when … Continue reading
Up Around the Bend…With Reservations
Reservations are not our style. We (translation: Chris) prefer the excitement of the unknown and the flexibility that comes with having no reservations when we travel. It typically works out for us while causing only a few challenges here and there (and major worrying for me). This lifestyle goes against everything I was taught in … Continue reading
Oh, Do You Know the Mushroom Man?
We spent last week at what may be our favorite state park yet: Joseph H. Stewart State Park in Trail, Oregon. Perhaps it was because we had perfect weather, or because the park was incredibly clean and spacious, or perhaps it is because we took advantage of the outdoor recreational opportunities that this area had … Continue reading
Paddle Harder
On Friday, we decided to put the kayaks in the lake at the Joseph H. Stewart State Park. This usually relaxing recreational activity did not start off well for me. In addition to the especially long haul of the kayaks from the truck to the shore, I had issues getting my spray skirt to attach … Continue reading
