Dreamy Days on the River

Jeff and I are back home on the Mendocino Coast preparing for Liquid Fusion Kayaking's spring and summer season.  As I work through my projects, I occasionally allow my mind to day dream of our dreamy days on the river.

Evenings on the river - playing the ukulele by the campfire.

For our spring run-off trip this year, we did 2 self support kayak camping trips on the Eel River.  The first trip was a 5 day 70 mile trip on the main fork of the Eel with our friend Jerry. 

Jerry Albright whitewater kayaking on the Eel River.

The second trip was an extremely leisurely 4 day 24 mile trip.  Saving more on this trip for another blog post.  Hint - it was leisurely with a mission.

Lots of fun surf waves . . . even in a loaded boat.

My mind continues to wander back to cloudless 80 degree days, emerald green water, familiar yet fun whitewater, spectacular scenery, wildflowers, and wildlife.

Fun Class II and III Whitewater.

My favorite dreamy days were those when we didn't have to make miles and could leisurely float along the river - immersing ourselves in nature.

Watching a young cinnamon colored bear cruising along the Eel River.

Between Jeff and I, we shot over 1,000 photos.  I will share more photos and more stories from our adventure as I sift through them.  Here are a few of my favorites to give you a taste of our trip.

Kayak camping along the Eel River.

Remnants of the Eel River Rail Road at Island Mountain.

The Eel River's version of "Pick up Sticks."

Gotta love when a man cooks for you over a campfire.

There is a story to go with this photo.  For now, check out the red capped rock behind Jeff on the river.  It is one of my favorite rocks on the Eel River.

We saw lots of pairs of eagles along the Eel River.

Perhaps the happiest couple in the world :)