We were practically an armada as we paddled away from South Rockwood's Labo Park on Saturday morning, July 21. My immediate family, Gary, Karin, Kirsten, and Kirsten's husband, Serge, paddled their kayaks. Canoeists, Nels and Linda, were again on the team, as they had been the first day, as well as other days. Bob, who had traveled with us yesterday, stayed in the area and joined us as he was paddling from Pt. Mouilie. And, Inger, who has been crewing every day except one.
The water was fabulous--the best yet! And it had a good current going. Finally!!
We literally sped to the finish line. There were many people along the way waving from their docks and boats, but one in particular stood out. The Irvings who live very near the Marina had decked out their porch with signs about the swim, like "Go Liz Go!" and all their extended family were waiting for us. We HAD to stop and talk to them for a while.
Then a shortly we could see the Marina and in the distance, the DNR Pt. Mouilee park.
We were supposed to arrive at 1:30, but it was more like 11:30. There were some people waiting for us--the staff of HRWC and people who were just interested in the swim.
Over a celebration lunch and cake and lots of stories, it was time to say goodbye. Inger left to get back to Washington DC and others had other responsibilities awaiting them.
We are sorry if you missed the finish. It was truly a great feeling!
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