With the MR340 just days away, we still wanted a final training run to make sure everything was working correctly. We put the boat in at Weldon Springs headed back to Blanchette access just past the finish line. I stopped paddling for a second to shoot this as we were coming into the Page bridge.… Continue reading 8/1/2020 – Last Training Run
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June 2020
Always cat photos. Since we’re spending more time at home with COVID-19 around, we spend more time messing with the cats! Brawndo is getting bigger. Brawndo looks tiny, but don’t let that fool you, he is growing fast! Sushi is our most normal cat, but we still give her attention as well! Coatrack is… Continue reading June 2020
Morning Paddle – 6/27/2020
We met Melissa at Mini Ha Ha for a morning paddle. Danelle and I were ready, but she was running a bit late. I managed go get her entrance. She was only 10 minutes late and early morning paddles can be hard to get to.It wasn’t long and Danelle and Melissa were off in the… Continue reading Morning Paddle – 6/27/2020
Home Made Pasta – 6/10/2020
After a fabulous hike, Hannah decided to make my birthday extra special and make home made pasta! We had a pasta machine, but had never used it before. Today was the day to try it out. Hannah started with a lemon pasta mix. From there, Hannah, Sonora, and Danelle took turns running the dough through… Continue reading Home Made Pasta – 6/10/2020
Paddling On The Meramec – 6/8/2020
I think we need to have Hannah in town more often. I’m paddling more than ever. Better than that, I’m bring lots of people with me. Today, Hannah and I paddled the turd while Danelle and Melissa paddled our small aluminum boat up the Meramec river. we didn’t go too far,but had lots of fun!… Continue reading Paddling On The Meramec – 6/8/2020
Paddling at Creve Coeur Lake – 6/6/2020
We decided to paddle a second day in a row. With 3 boats loaded on the trailer and a 10×10 pop up, we were ready to weather the sun and hang out for the morning. Corvin and I hung out in the shade while Danelle and Maggie paddled in the canoe. Sonora followed next in… Continue reading Paddling at Creve Coeur Lake – 6/6/2020
Sunset Race – 5/14/2020
I’ve written lots of times about the Sunset Race. As much as the river surprises me every time, the people that come out and paddle truly make it what it is. As always, spend time with Danelle is first. And being on the river is even better. Jon Marble is up ahead. Back on shore… Continue reading Sunset Race – 5/14/2020
2020 MR340 – 8/4/2020
2020 MR340 PRE RACE This year is an exceptionally strange year. COVID-19 has caused lots of social and safety issues. I was thinking about paddling in the MR340 with Jo Jo. Then Melissa Nilson called me and suggested Jo Jo and I join her on a dragon boat for the race. After talking with Jo… Continue reading 2020 MR340 – 8/4/2020
Random Paddle
Sometimes we just go paddling cause its fun. Today I got Danelle out with several friends. At the waterfall where Simpson lake drains into the Meramec river. Mark in the background. Paddling with Danelle Melissa in the foreground and JoJo and a friend in the background. We had a great time going out on the… Continue reading Random Paddle
Laura and the MAC – 3/6/2020
Sonora participated in Fortnightly again this year. Its an etiquette class that meets about once a month to teach the kids. The final event was held at the Missouri Athletic Club (MAC). This is close to where Laura lives. She is a member and loves going over there with guests. We dropped Sonora off and… Continue reading Laura and the MAC – 3/6/2020