What I learned about kayaking in 2019
Very nicely done JP!
I kept a diary of all the paddling trips in 2018. Destination, weather, highlights, water conditions etc. Sadly, I was not as fastidious in 2019, so I am just going to list a few things that I learned this past year as it pertains to kayaking.
1). Duct tape, duct tape, duct tape.
When the button failed to connect the two pieces of my paddle in the middle of the Allegheny River, duct tape came to the rescue and saved the day!
2). Jump.
This gal ain't too old or skeered to climb a bridge abutment and jump off!. To all you spectators, I double dog dare you next year!
3). You've got that glow.
You can't go overboard (no pun intended) with glow sticks when lighting up your kayak for the moonlight paddle. Ok, yes you can, but it's just good old plain fun!
4). You don't light up my life.
A burned out brake light bulb on the trailer can wreak havoc with the whole electrical system and make you say bad words and kick things.
5). Honey dunked the wife.
Have dry clothes available when the husband attempts to assist with the launch.
6). Baby it's cold outside.
Always be prepared for cold water immersion. (see #5)
7). Carpe diem.
Try to make it to as many outings as you can with TCT because you never know what exciting adventure or disaster awaits you!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
DARLA
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