When we paddled High Lines to Clay County last summer, it seemed to fly by, in part because the river is massive.
But at times it was puny.
We got hung up on sandbars in a few spots where it was ankle deep.
There's a lot more spots where current was strong, and the water deep.
The route planned for the May 10 cruise is a great one. With the water levels up a bit and plenty of people, we should be able to steer clear of the shallow spots and just float on down.
There are lots of islands and there should be plenty of birds. The first part does go through some cabin/dock areas, but there are plenty of wilder spots as well.
Regardless of the water level, the route does go through areas where scientists have been attempting to reintroduce osprey, so here's to hoping we'll see one, and some eagles to boot.
For paddlers new to the Missouri, this cruise is about as good a place to try it as any, plus it's free. So e-mail us if you have questions.
If you're wondering, Laura didn't dump it in the picture above, she's too good.
This photo's been posted before, but it's worth one more upload. You have to try it, as it is an amazing feeling, being on water that big, it's a hoot!
Jarett
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