Author Topic: River Rats Nest (Read 73106 times)

Bearhunter · « **Reply #50 on:** February 09, 2013, 04:21:51 PM »

Quote from: SwampHanger on February 09, 2013, 03:36:51 PM

Future River Rat!

He thinks he's cool don't he

SwampHanger · « **Reply #51 on:** February 09, 2013, 05:02:53 PM »

Man this kid is gonna chase more girls and have his butt whipped more than once for it. He is a ham! And bless his heart has no fear so I will get all my payback on this one. LOL

OutdoorEnvy · « **Reply #52 on:** February 09, 2013, 05:57:10 PM »

Well Dan did get a free canoe and is doing a trip most of wish we could do. Including myself. That is neat he's doing something worthwhile and rewarding.

That's a cool pic of your kid SH, that paddle gives it a vintage touch too

SwampHanger · « **Reply #53 on:** February 10, 2013, 02:34:42 AM »

Thanks OE! That was my paddle back when I was that tall. I just picked up an old Old Town paddle in need of some work so we're gonna shorten it up a bit and it will be his new one.

madmax · « **Reply #54 on:** February 10, 2013, 09:05:57 AM »

That boy is something else. The Krac Kids are gonna own our camps soon. And shame us with their skill sets.

Ooooo. Krac Kid T-shirts. Hey Matt! lol

SwampHanger · « **Reply #55 on:** February 10, 2013, 09:59:27 AM »

At least we won't have to fetch firewood anymore. God Love'em !

Saintnick001 · « **Reply #56 on:** February 25, 2013, 07:30:09 PM »

Quote from: SwampHanger on February 10, 2013, 09:59:27 AM

At least we won't have to fetch firewood anymore. God Love'em !

Oh, let me tell you about fetching firewood. I learned a couple good lessons this weekend.

upthecreek · « **Reply #57 on:** February 25, 2013, 08:16:06 PM »

That is a classic picture of a happy kid. The canoe was happy too I bet.

Creek

SwampHanger · « **Reply #58 on:** February 26, 2013, 07:30:19 AM »

He may be one of the last generation of crackers. He wants nothing but to be out and about. I just hope all are kids pass down what we teach.

Welding Goats · « **Reply #59 on:** February 26, 2013, 08:40:33 AM »

Living in a semi-arid, desert like environment in West Texas, I always envy those with much quicker/better access to water than we have here.

Great pics in this thread. Thanks to those who have shared!

upthecreek · « **Reply #60 on:** February 26, 2013, 09:20:34 AM »

Consider the time I get to spend on the water some of my most valuable. I'm fortunate to get more than most!

Creek

SwampHanger · « **Reply #61 on:** February 26, 2013, 09:48:56 AM »

Quote from: upthecreek on February 26, 2013, 09:20:34 AM

Consider the time I get to spend on the water some of my most valuable. I'm fortunate to get more than most!

Creek

+1

upthecreek · « **Reply #62 on:** March 03, 2013, 07:32:17 PM »

I want to add a little to this thread from my first day out with the Mohawk. I'll start by saying it nice to be comfortable and get back to the bank and realize the water was frozen on your pfd. It was chilly but beautiful.

I like the way things change but remain the same.

The Sycamores look like they are ready for warm weather. The sky was beautifully blue.

I had to have my phone with me today so I took it in this cheapo waterproof box for wally world. It seems to be a sound piece of kit.

The water is fine!

Creek

madmax · « **Reply #63 on:** March 04, 2013, 04:15:29 AM »

Man, I haven't shopped for boats in years. UTC instigated a Google for models. Holy Moly! It's like Alice's Resturaunt. You can get anything you want! Just gotta cough up the buckaroos.

I want all of them...

wolfy · « **Reply #64 on:** March 04, 2013, 07:14:49 AM »

Quote from: madmax on March 04, 2013, 04:15:29 AM

Man, I haven't shopped for boats in years. UTC instigated a Google for models. Holy Moly! It's like Alice's Resturaunt. You can get anything you want! Just gotta cough up the buckaroos.

I want all of them...

Yeah, I was surprised, too! Mohawk's come a long way since back in the mid-70's....I think back then they only offered 1 basic hull design in two lengths and you could have any color you wanted , as long as it was red.

. Their prices are much different, of course, but compared to similar boats from some of the other big makers they seemed very reasonable to me!

I think I read that shipping was even included in the price....a very significant consideration, these days!

madmax · « **Reply #65 on:** March 04, 2013, 07:55:02 AM »

I think I still have an XL 15 in my canoe graveyard somewhere.

upthecreek · « **Reply #66 on:** March 11, 2013, 08:38:32 PM »

Got out yesterday and the weather was beautiful. Here is just above where I put in.

I got 2 double blade paddles and didn't like either of them. Took my trusty single and that's what I used most of the day. Got a cooler that fits under the webbing too!

Lots of raccoon tracks along the bank. Didn't see any deer sign and didn't see my heron either.

Coon super highway

This is the view going down to the rocks.

Going up

This branch was chewed on a bunch. Sucky picture.

Super knarlly tree.

This is going up to the rocks,

A great day. Thanks for looking.

Creek

Bearhunter · « **Reply #67 on:** March 11, 2013, 08:42:38 PM »

That looks like a beautiful trip Creek. Thanks for the pics

I can't wait to get my canoe out later in the spring!

OutdoorEnvy · « **Reply #68 on:** March 12, 2013, 07:00:17 AM »

Nice day on the water Creek. So what kind of fish are in that river and do you ever go after em?

MnSportsman · « **Reply #69 on:** March 12, 2013, 07:32:47 AM »

Nice to see the views,& that ya had fun on your outing!

Thnx for sharing!

SwampHanger · « **Reply #70 on:** March 12, 2013, 07:43:05 AM »

That looks like some killer paddleing areas you've been posting. One day it would be cool for a big trip with all of us.

upthecreek · « **Reply #71 on:** March 12, 2013, 08:30:51 AM »

Quote from: OutdoorEnvy on March 12, 2013, 07:00:17 AM

Nice day on the water Creek. So what kind of fish are in that river and do you ever go after em?

Mostly trout and some small mouth. I hunt them..never attempt to catch them

I've found several nice dead falls teaming with fish.

Creek

U.W. · « **Reply #72 on:** March 12, 2013, 04:03:04 PM »

Outstanding river scenery. Puts me at ease just seeing the pictures - thanks
for taking us along

u.w.

upthecreek · « **Reply #73 on:** March 12, 2013, 07:51:10 PM »

UW, one weekend when your bored you'll have to make your way out and we can take a nice trip. Maybe my friend the heron will escort us as we go along.

Creek

SwampHanger · « **Reply #74 on:** March 13, 2013, 05:39:15 AM »

Creek do y'all have any king fishers up there?

upthecreek · « **Reply #75 on:** March 13, 2013, 08:25:45 AM »

Yep..have kingfishesr. Too dern fast for me to get a pic though!

Creek

SwampHanger · « **Reply #76 on:** March 13, 2013, 09:38:14 AM »

Out where we go a lot I e been trying. But like you said too fast! When I left the last camp I could have reached out and touched one. Murphy was with him my camera was in the dry bag.

wolfy · « **Reply #77 on:** March 13, 2013, 10:06:57 AM »

I've noticed that our Belted Kingfishers kind of 'frog hop' a certain distance downriver each time they take off and then stop. I keep my eye on that spot when approaching and have the camera or binoculars focused on that spot.....most of the time I'm able to spot them before they take off again. They will usually do these measured hops downstream about 5-6 times before figuring that you are far enough away from their 'home turf' where it figures you are no longer a threat. Then the last time you will see that particular bird that day, it will head back upstream to its home digs.

upthecreek · « **Reply #78 on:** March 17, 2013, 06:08:19 PM »

The weather was beautiful Saturday and I got a different double blade paddle so nothing do but I hit the river. I didn't take many pics but it was the best day for which you could ask.

I still haven't ran into my friend the heron but I know he's not far.

I was lucky enough to actually spot a beaver in the water. He disappeared quickly but I found this sign he couldn't hide.

Throw in a couple of the flow. Was a great day to be out.

We saw a nekkid guy too...not sure what the heck he was doing but I didn't get a pic!! You just never know natures bounty.

Creek

U.W. · « **Reply #79 on:** March 17, 2013, 06:37:02 PM »

Another beautiful - beautiful day on the river. I love those photos man, thanks for posting them.
You're right, one of these weekends, I'm gonna head over, and we'll paddle it and enjoy it.
Thinking maybe mid May time frame - after that four day camp, and after Spring Gobbler cools down a little - or I tag out

It's so nice to have a schedule filled with hunting/camping/fishing/paddling

Perhaps it was that fellas birthday, and he was out enjoying the day in his suit - laughing... Never know what you'll see...

u.w.

OutdoorEnvy · « **Reply #80 on:** March 17, 2013, 06:51:28 PM »

Quote from: upthecreek on March 17, 2013, 06:08:19 PM

We saw a nekkid guy too...not sure what the heck he was doing but I didn't get a pic!! You just never know natures bounty.

Creek

you never know what you'll see out there. That's probably what sent your heron away. So did he seemed surprised to see you? Or just smile and wave? haha

upthecreek · « **Reply #81 on:** March 18, 2013, 10:36:48 AM »

We'll call it...tucked and run..

Creek

Wilderbeast · « **Reply #82 on:** March 18, 2013, 11:03:40 AM »

Creek,

Bring your canoe with you next time you are up my way, we have this French broad that is worth spending some time looking at.

She's the third oldest river on the planet, but she is still a looker.

upthecreek · « **Reply #83 on:** March 30, 2013, 03:58:34 PM »

Was a beautiful day today!!! Not a lot of action but was good to be out. I'm soloing a section I haven't been on tomorrow so maybe have a little more to share.

Didn't see my friend the Heron..but I know he's close

Beaver sign again too.

Creek

wolfy · « **Reply #84 on:** March 30, 2013, 04:02:30 PM »

You're makin' me jealous, Creek! How long of a stretch is that section that you've been paddling?

upthecreek · « **Reply #85 on:** March 30, 2013, 04:14:35 PM »

took 3 hours today wolfy .... usually it's a 2 hour paddle. Don't even know what to expect tomorrow. Hoping it's not going to rain.

Creek

upthecreek · « **Reply #86 on:** March 31, 2013, 07:41:36 PM »

Got out this afternoon and it turned into a really nice time. Wind stopped, sun finally came out. The place I was paddling today is a bird sanctuary. Birds flying around everywhere.

This was my load out. I love this little boat. Had my paddle, a machete, PFD, coat, small cooler, and water proof box. Put it on my shoulder and away we went.

Geese

Lots of smooth water.

A big ole black duck or goose of some sort.

This pair of white ducks were plowing around too.

Really fun day

Creek

upthecreek · « **Reply #87 on:** March 31, 2013, 07:46:10 PM »

I finally was able to scare this group off. They pestered me the whole day.

Creek

wolfy · « **Reply #88 on:** March 31, 2013, 08:01:21 PM »

That river looks custom made for canoeists, Creek! Were you the only one, besides the birds, out there today? Is there any motorized boat traffic allowed there or is it strictly a non-powered area? Looks like you had a great day! It's snowing here tonight.

upthecreek · « **Reply #89 on:** March 31, 2013, 08:18:11 PM »

Just me and the birds. I think you can use an electric motor. I few places got really shallow so one would need to be careful

Was a nice day. Gonna have to get a better camera!

Creek

madmax · « **Reply #90 on:** April 01, 2013, 01:08:20 PM »

On the Altamaha River GA. Big river. Small cuts. Jungle. Salt marshes. Great friends. Great trip.

Whole story.

http://bladesandbushcraft.com/index.php/topic,5292.0.html

PetrifiedWood · « **Reply #91 on:** April 01, 2013, 03:03:25 PM »

I need to get my Kayak on some water this summer. You guys are making me jealous!

upthecreek · « **Reply #92 on:** April 04, 2013, 03:28:41 PM »

Quote from: PetrifiedWood on April 01, 2013, 03:03:25 PM

I need to get my Kayak on some water this summer. You guys are making me jealous!

Yes you do! ....sleet and snow today. 70 on Saturday!

Creek

imnukensc · « **Reply #93 on:** April 05, 2013, 03:35:11 PM »

You ever do any fishing on your trips, Creek? Looks like some good smallmouth or trout fishing might had there.

upthecreek · « **Reply #94 on:** April 05, 2013, 03:56:35 PM »

I've never been much of a fisherman. I love fish. You are correct that there are some fish in the Smith. The state stocks rainbows and brown trout are native. Not sure about bass. I spot schools of trout (4 to 6 inches) in the summer in the deadfalls. I like the quiet, the birds, the sound of the water and the boat. I don't seem to miss the people

It snowed then rained buckets last night so I'm going a solo down tomorrow for about 3 hours!

Creek

wolfy · « **Reply #95 on:** April 05, 2013, 04:05:32 PM »

I understand completely!

imnukensc · « **Reply #96 on:** April 05, 2013, 04:37:41 PM »

I, too, understand completely, Creek. As long as I'm around water, especially moving water, I'm happy. But I do have to say, I certainly enjoy a tight line, too.

upthecreek · « **Reply #97 on:** April 07, 2013, 05:27:36 AM »

Was able to arrange me some transportation Saturday so was able to go down the river for a few hours. Had a nice flow of water and the weather was beautiful.

A few pics of my trip

Big blow down trying to block my way

Goose making sure I didn't misbehave

Got on this little island to straighten my back out for a few.

Glamor shot of my little boat

Was a great day! Did see my friend the Heron finally. He wouldn't let me get close enough to photo him.

Creek

Mr. Tettnanger · « **Reply #98 on:** April 07, 2013, 07:49:26 AM »

I am really enjoying the action shots!

I am super jealous!

upthecreek · « **Reply #99 on:** April 07, 2013, 08:53:32 AM »

Get your ass in the water MrT

Creek

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Author Topic: River Rats Nest (Read 73106 times)