Put me back in the water

We enjoyed a nice day of paddling. Fall colors in the cypress are impressive especially with low angle sunlight streaming through. Autum leaves caught on underwater branches make an almost Andy Goldsworthy display of seasonal color. We have seen wood ducks, osprey, turkey, great blue heron, hawk, pileated woodpecker and deer. 

The river was was swift but the travel slow due to lots of negotiation of twists, turns, trees, and shrubs. The machete and rubber boots got us through a few tight places. Milage is unknown due to lack of reception but we are guessing 13 miles. 

We found a dry, flat place among the cypres knees. We were surprised by the welcome party of misquotes but between the fire and the decending cold they did not have much staying power.