The sun was shining brightly, making for a really neat framing of Ron paddling past the Matsell Bridge.  There is a nice park next to the bridge.

Photo: A. Kriauciunas

As we approached Stone City, there were numerous bluffs and caves.   This indentation made a nice background for Pam as she paddled past.

Photo: A. Kriauciunas

I thought this was a neat shot of my fellow kayakers.  The river current is moving fast enough that much of the time we just drift, listening to the birds sing and watching the wildlife on shore.

Photo: A. Kriauciunas

Ron enjoys pulling off to the side to watch and listen intently.  He tells me that, "If you stop and don't move or make any noise for a few minutes, the animals tend to ignore you and return to their normal activities."  I came up behind him as he was taking a break, and liked the picture of a hat sticking out of the grass.

Photo: A. Kriauciunas

One of the benefits of being on the river in the spring time is seeing the little babies.   Here are a some baby geese, which appeared to be no more than a few days old.   Their parents were close by, keeping a watchful eye on their offspring.

Photo: P. Turnis

We pulled off into one of the indentations in the Stone City area while Ron caught up with us.  Although it was a beautiful day, it was nice to get some shade from time to time.

Photo: R. Miller

Practicing my precision paddling skills, I navigated through a tight spot near shore.  This will come in handy as the types of rivers we kayak continue to increase in difficulty.

Photo: R. Miller

I've finally figured out how to do this kayaking thing.   Thanks Ron!

Photo: R. Miller