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Re: Rainy Day Paddle

Posted By: Shawn Baker
Date: Monday, 25 January 1999, at 5:21 p.m.

In Response To: Re: Rainy Day Paddle (Nick Schade)

YES! There is scarcely a way to describe it, but Nick, you came close. I agree, get out there and try it. You can't imagine how peaceful an experience it is!

Shawn

> I would like to comment about the virtues of paddling in the rain. I too
> wear glasses, and that is a pain, however it is worth the minor annoyance.

> The sound of rain falling into the water is different from any other
> sound. It makes a sparkling hiss which is much softer than the dull splats
> you get from rain falling on a roof.

> The rain beats the surface of the water flat. If the surface had been
> rough, within a few minutes the water will smooth and calm.

> Get out there in a summer rain and experience it.

Messages In This Thread

Rainy Day Paddle
Robert Woodard -- Sunday, 24 January 1999, at 7:27 p.m.

Re: Rainy Day Paddle
Nick Schade -- Monday, 25 January 1999, at 9:49 a.m.

Re: Rainy Day Paddle
Shawn Baker -- Monday, 25 January 1999, at 5:21 p.m.

Re: Rainy Day Paddle
Rick C. -- Tuesday, 26 January 1999, at 12:02 a.m.

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