I grew up on this river. Skied, swam on New Years and Christmas day, had youth activities and loved being on the water. We didn't do it a lot that I remember - seems my dad has more time now that he's retired. ;) So summer is the best time because the COLD, FRIGID water feels great in the heat of the day. Yes it gets over 100 degrees quite often. Any chance to cool off and hang out with family - we'll take it.
Up first: Lea, Brendan and his friend Casey - Lea is totally excited!? (summer - 2013)
Imitation is the best kind of flattery right?!
all too relaxing, so they come up with a new plan....
surfing.
another new plan that now involves Lea. :)
She's all sorts of brave......until............
a corner is turned and Brendan almost falls off! Taking Lea with him - Casey saved the day and pulled them both on.
Next up - Calla, Lucas and Liz
some sisterly bonding while Lucas holds on and tries to ignore that he's on with 2 of his girl cousins.
some people have no fear and others not so much.
Mo and Aunt Kristin
The Queen of the West showed up and took over the dock.
It's the skiers turn.
btw - the river is not usually this empty - this is what it looks like on a week day. Saturday is crazy busy and borderline not safe with so many people, kayaks, boats, jetskis, wave runners, more boats and lots of people - makes for choppy water
Brendan
the viewing/cheering section
me and I forgot to give the lesson on how to ZOOM - it is a beautiful view of the river.
Kristin
my dad
the kids wanted to jump in and swim to shore from the dock.
gotta swim fast - it's COLD!
Lea did not approve of the cold water and quickly climbed back into the boat - no swimming to shore for her.
