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Originally Posted by nelie
I'd like to try kayaking although I may have a few too many activities though
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So many activities -- so little time!!
DH and I are planning to participate in a "Kayak against Cancer" event in June, put on by one of the local kayak clubs. All of the funds raised go the local chapter of the American Cancer Society. DH's company is matching any employee contributions, so hopefully we'll raise a nice sum. We're relative newbies at kayaking, having only had our boats for about 9 months, but it sounds like fun. The entire course is 12 miles, but you can stop sooner if you want to, so it's beginner-friendly. Technically, it's a race and timed, but my goal is just to complete the whole course in the 4 hour time limit. If conditions are relatively decent, we should be able to do that. It will also give us a chance to meet other kayakers, since we don't belong to any clubs or meetup groups. If you are interested in details:
www.kayuba.org
Re: Appalachian trail thru-hiking ... I absolutely LOVE hiking in the mountains and we've covered quite a few sections of the AT in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. We've also backpacked out there, for a night at a time. But, after a couple of days, I want a shower and a soft bed and a REAL bathroom (if you know what I mean). Staying out for days at a time is probably not my cup of tea. OTOH, a 15 mile day hike, followed by a hearty dinner, hot tub, and fluffy bed is one of my perfect days.