November Paddle is Complete
For years, likely decades, I have successfully paddled every month of the year. From November through February the completion of my goal can get challenging. The onset of hard water (ice) varies each year and obviously when we have ice we have to find open water. There are times when I have to paddle below a dam to find open water to complete my goal.
November of 2026, until today, has been wet and windy - certainly not good paddling conditions. This morning though, the water was as smooth as glass with steam rising skyward. Conditions were ideal to paddle, so I did.
Canoeing the Wapsipinicon River as the Sun Was Rising - Image 1169408
Canoe Selfie - Image 1169369
Canoeing the Wapsipinicon River as the Sun is Rising - Image 1169440
While I was on the water I shot some photos. After paddling I went fungi hunting and found some and other pictures. Those photos are included too.
Wapsipinicon River in Autumn - Image 1169579
Crowded Parchment - Image 1169499
Amber Jelly Roll - Image 1169323
Crystal Brain Fungus - Image 1169501
Fan-shaped Jelly Fungus FS - Image 1169527
Giraffe Spots - Image 1169556
Wolf's Milk Slime Mold FS - Image 1169609
