DAY 62 TenaCity to WindyCity Runyak

TenaCity to WindyCity Runyak

July 21, 2021

Flint to Chicago DAY 62

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West Side Co. Park parking and picnic area.


Stairs down the dune at West Side County Park



                                                                                






                                                        
                                           
Worst paddle of the 15 days the 2021 runyak season. Waves at West Side were too big to launch. We portages nearly a half mile to the groyne in this photo. Rocks beyond here were to wicked to go ant further. We tried several times but cockpits filled. I came up with the idea to wade out from the shore and roll into the kayak as the waves bounced beneath the kayak. Can't believe I have never tried this before. Of course if when water is colder not an option. One would never warm up after. It was more difficult maneuver for Kate than myself.



No on the water photos. As said it was too rough to take pics. Not a fun paddle. The landing was a total wash. Waves filled Swiftee. I was bloodied by him bashing into me. I beachgoer admonished me, saying I shouldn't be on the Great Lakes unless in a sea kayak. 

 









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