Monthly Archives: November 2014
Just because…
When you are out paddling on a body of water that shouldn’t have power boats doesn’t mean it wont. Mid to late afternoon I was out paddling on a lake and creek near my house. There are not supposed to be any boats with large outboard motors out there. Low and behold but a john … Continue reading
Paddle for another reason?
River clean ups happen all over the place. These are sad but true facts of river life; trash finds them. Contact a local environmental group , look on Meet Up, contact the American Rivers organization for a clean up near you.
Caddo–Big Cypress Bayou
Paddling at night can be an awesome experience. Paddle at night at Caddo lake is great fun. The Dallas Down River club holds Caddoween the weekend before Halloween. The group dressing in costumes, decorates their tents, and holds a Dutch over cook off. Weather permitting some even go for a late night paddle.
Oil Spill on Tributary to Caddo Lake
While 1st reports that it was contained and would not make it to the lake itself, reports are telling a different story. http://www.tarsandsblockade.org/caddolake/ http://www.ktbs.com/story/26822583/major-oil-spill-displaces-caddo-parish-families-officials-rush-to-decontaminate-a-4-mile-area http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2014/nov/1/oil-spill-cleanup-continues-in-caddo-parish/
