March 2016
One of the reasons we wanted to hang out in this part of
Florida was the access to the Intracoastal Waterway. So we figured one of the
best ways to check out all of the small islands, canals, and the river itself
was from a kayak.
If you recall we did a motorized kayak tour with my brother
and sister-in-law over Christmas. This time the motor was ourselves as we
finally got our fishing kayaks out on the water. We picked a day that the
clouds were supposed to be around for a while but it also meant a bit of wind.
The conditions didn’t deter us and we set out from the boat
launch near the dog park. Steve was curious about a canal we would drive over
so that was our target destination.
We paddled across the Indian River and headed for the canal.
We had a head wind and current to deal with so at times I would look like I was
paddling but not moving. We managed to make it to the main part you could see
from the bridge and it was very pretty.
Straight Shot
Target Spotted
This stretch of the canal has a golf course along one side
and some huge older oaks line both sides. The ability to take pictures while
paddling is challenging but I managed a few with Steve moving along. For the
cool oak I had seen I pulled up to the bank and Steve hung onto my kayak so I
could get a nice shot.
Ready, Set, Go
Keeps An Eye On The Water
Reaching Out
Overall the trip was fun and peaceful and gave us a nice
work out. Pretty sure when we come back in the Fall they will get quite a bit
of use. Next time we will have to put the fishing gear in there with us!
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