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adventure, Diablo III, Diablo Lake, gamer, kayaking, Nikki McCormack, paddling, travel
For the game geeks out there, I’m not talking about the newly released Diablo III, but I will admit that a chunk of Memorial Day weekend was dedicated to that worthy pursuit. Sadly, my first hardcore character died at level 7. (Cue mournful violin music.)
A little like real life.
Anyway, on to the one new thing. May was a rather crazy month (a theme that seems to be bleeding into June), so finding time to squeeze in a new experience was a challenge. However, my kayak was up to the task.
Yeah, that gorgeous thing in the foreground is my kayak. Because I name everything (not much of an exaggeration, actually), I have given my kayak the name Umi Tonbo (海蜻蛉) or Sea Dragonfly for those not versed in Japanese.
Umi and I and our partner in crime…
embarked on an exploration of Diablo Lake, a much underused and remarkably beautiful lake in the spectacular North Cascades. Unfortunately, everything went perfectly, which doesn’t make for much of a story. No one capsized in the jade colored glacial waters and the weather was so fantastic we were able to play in the paddle-thru boat wash.
The full trip tallied up to almost 10 miles of paddling out to the dam (or as far as they would let us go)
and around other parts of the lake with a stop off at an island for lunch. All around, it was a fabulous way to kick off the Memorial Day weekend. What adventures have you had lately?
So, did you get a very early release of Diablo III, or does the sea dragonfly travel through time? Or am I just a jerk for pointing out the date discrepancy?
One of these things is definitely true…
Also, next time you’re in that area, the hike to Pyramid Lake is worth the trip.
The people in my head come from different place and times. It gets confusing sometimes
Oh, and yes, one of those things is definitely true.
I read your posts and think, “People actually have fun while they work!” LOL. Great article.
I’m a strong supporter of a healthy work / life balance. Even better if you can blend the two.
Beautiful photos, Nikki! I have a friend who is an avid kayaker and she would love to bring her kayak to Diablo Lake. I’ll pass this along to her.
Do pass it along. It is a fantastic place to kayak and doesn’t tend to get overcrowded.
Kayaking looks like a lot of fun. I just might have to try it sometime
It really is a great way to get out and play in the outdoors. If you’re ever in Seattle, don’t hesitate to take a kayak tour. We have some of the best kayaking anywhere.
That doesn’t surprise me. I’ve seen some amazing pictures of that part of the country.
Nice to enjoy your fun pictures.
Thank you and thanks for stopping by.
Wonderful adventure! Such gorgeous scenery. I’m revising the opening sequences of my WIP. Does that count as a “new” thing? Because it feels new. Seriously, I’ll be going to the Hoolywood Bowl next month for a concert, which is also research for my next WIP. Will be in discovery mode in and around Griffith Park. The beginning of a new project is always exciting to me.
Of course that counts.
I love starting new projects. Have a fantastic time researching. What kind of book is it going to be?
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