We're going camping for a couple of nights up on the mouth of the Swanee River. That river has always held a romantic image in my mind, so time to explore it. We're taking our kayaks so hope to see some gators and/or manatees on the river. We've never been to this state park before so hope it has decent amenities. Yes, we go where there are at least toilets and hopefully showers. That's as roughing it as we get.
In fact, we are going to try out our new big, stand up in tent and cots for the first time, too. I refuse to sleep on the ground anymore, at least if I don't absolutely have to. Not that I can't, but when I look around and see all these people in their cosy campers around me, it can be a little hard to convince myself that I really need to come crawling out of our tent each morning on my hands and knees. After all, there shoiuld be limits for how much 71 year olds have to endure.
Hopefully, I 'll have some good pics to share with you when we get back. I'll let you know how improved the experience was and whether this is going to be something I'll put on my to do list again soon or not. After buying all this gear, I sure hope its the former.
I found your blog in a search. We have some similar interests. I read your previous post. Your reflections about the pain of returning soldiers were interesting to me. I liked the way that you looked at it from a number of angles. I used to enjoy kayaking, especially river kayaking. Chronic pain has sidelined me. I look forward to your next post.
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