Summer oficially starts in a month, and most people are looking forward to their vacations. Ailsa at wheresmybackpack suggested a Summer travel photo challenge on May 18th, and I responded with this post. Now the May 25th WordPress weekly photo challenge has been published, and it’s also Summer!
We don’t actually take our vacations in the Summer very often, more often making trips in the Spring or Fall. However, our summer will certainly include some kayak and canoe time. So, here’s what I expect to see, starting this weekend!
Have lots of fun and great exercise.
Sure is – we’re going on a several day trip later this month – can’t wait!! Thanks for visiting!
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I am with you. Have been out kayaking a few times already, and am looking forward to more. This fantastic weather has been great for days on the water. Happy paddling.
Thanks – we got out twice over the long weekend – at a local cove and the lake nearby – lots of turtles, frogs, heron & egrets – so peaceful!
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Ha! Your post makes me cannot wait for Sunday to come since I am going for a kayaking! My friends have been taking me for a kayaking past two weeks on Sundays and this coming Sunday we are going for it in a big canoe!
Have a wonderful time!!
This looks like great fun
Thanks – it is!
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Nice photos! I love kayaking and canoeing and would love to do more of it. I went down to my local club for a taster session but they’re very focused on racing and I just want to do my own thing.
Hmmm… you need to find some folks who like still water paddling… it’s a nice way to start!
I cannot wait to get into the water, its not nice yet here in Waukegan Il I hope it changes for a summer day tomorrow. Great Photo!!!
Thanks, Jackie!
great views of summer! i especially love the 3rd image!
thanks for passing by my blog and taking the time to leave a comment. have a wonderful day! 
Thanks for the comment – and you’re welcome for the visit – always a pleasure!
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Cool… I can feel the coolness of that water already.
Me too! Thanks for your visit and comment!
love the first shot. I tried kayaking for thr first time this summer and loved it
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It looks both peaceful and exhilarating. I love kayaking! I hope it was as wonderful as it looks!!
It’s always fun! Thanks for visiting!
Just set a new travel theme challenge http://wheresmybackpack.com/2012/05/25/street-markets/ I’d love you to join in, if you have the time! Pass it on, everyone’s welcome
xxx Ailsa
Such a beautiful, tranquil moment.
By the way, the life jacket of the man seems a bit — too small?
The boy is so happy!
Thanks for your comments! The life vest is a touring version made for paddling all day in the confines of a kayak cockpit. It’s his favorite because it’s got great flotation and is so comfortable. Alas, the foam inside is getting older, and we will be replacing it soon! Hopefully he can find another he likes as well!
Excellent reminder that I vowed to spend MUCH more time paddling and rowing this summer. Thanks!
Glad to help! Enjoy every minute!
great images that speak of summer! – rita
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Thanks, Rita!
I used to do a lot of kayaking in both the summer and winter. The summer was better by far!
Yeah, we wait until our local water temperatures won’t cause hypothermia if we go into the water! That said, there’s some beautiful stuff to see in early Spring.
A perfect way to celebrate a fun and exciting Summer . Anything with water spells Summer and anything with kayak or canoe spells adventure. Beautiful images…Have an awesome Summer.
I agree! Thanks for the kind comment. You have a wonderful Summer too!
what a beutiful way to spend summer.
Kayaking and canoeing are wonderful activities …
One day I wish to own a canoe
Thanks for stopping by – hope you get your canoe someday!
I was looking forward to summer already, but even moreso after this post – beautiful! (I can’t wait to hit the lakes and boats too!)
Enjoy your Summer! Thanks so much for the time you spent on my site today!
Ooh, I’m so jealous! We love spending time on the water either kayaking or canoeing. You just inspired me to go plan an outing soon
Enjoy!
Have fun! I see you use a canoe with the kids, as we do with our grandkids – such a great way to explore!
Ouwww. so nice,..so warm… and so healthy. Enjoying a boating holiday .. hem ..
certainly is a beautiful experience. Fantastic vacation foto’s.
Many thanks – it is a nice hobby – you can make it as challenging or leisurely as you like!
Fabulous photos! The first one especially!
Thanks so much!!
Love your post and photos. A couple years ago Pittsburgh held an event called Paddle at the Point that I did a post on http://wp.me/p23TG1-pQ I thought you might enjoy seeing it.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
Thanks – I’ll check it out!!
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Kayaks! I just have to like this!
Thanks! I know what you mean!!
That oar is magnificent:)
Thanks so much!
Messing about on the river is definitely the way to go in summer. Lovely photos, those reflections in the second one are gorgeous. I have got to start kayaking, Vlad and Johna at Wind Against Current seem to kayak year round and it looks like an awful lot of fun. The closest I’ve come is canoeing, don’t really know how kayaks differ from canoes but I’m sure there are different skills involved. xxx Ailsa
Actually, kayaks are light and easier to get onto the car and into the water (at least for me!) Kayak paddles have two blades and it’s easy to get a good rhythm going. Sea kayaking needs some training, but stillwater is a litte easier!
Good to know, I shall start slowly