Kayaking The Charles

The perfect day started with taking my last final of the semester for my literature and film class at 8am. I went home, put on my new red bikini with white polka-dots and my shades, grabbed sunblock, a towel, and a change of clothes then headed off to 3 stops: #1 friends house, #2 Coffee shop, #3 food place. We drove to Charles River Canoe & Kayak in Newton (http://www.paddleboston.com/main.php) which is a hidden jewel!

I've only been Kayaking a handful of times, so I was really looking forward to this adventure. It was 85 degrees and not a cloud in the sky...HEAVEN! When we drove up, I got so excited I started bouncing in my seat the way Pop Rocks do when you put a handful in your mouth!

After I quickly ejected myself from the vehicle, I made a b-line to the info desk. Basically all you do is show up, they give you the kayak and oar you want, and you're off to explore. I spent about 2hrs doing just that and enjoying the warm breeze in my hair and watching dogs on the shore. One black lab thought it would be a better idea to try to fetch me rather than his lame tennis ball! Fortunately for both of us, I was out a little too far!

I love having outdoor adventures because its fun and I always meet really nice people. Everyone on the water that were kayaking, fishing, or throwing tennis balls were really friendly. One of the highlights of my trip was splashing water on myself and dispelling all of the rumors that the Charles River is full of trash and toxic chemicals...I didn't get one chemical burn! Also, for some reason, I really enjoyed the lily pads poking out and seeing fish bubbles on the surface of the water.

Sadly the only picture I took was on one of those lame-o disposable cameras. Boooo. I promise I will be smarter next time and bring my trusty digital.

If this is something you're interested in, let me know because I'm definitely going back soon. It's inexpensive and you're free to go as far as you like as long as you're back before sundown.