The wind was so strong, it negated the downstream current I was paddling against.
Morris Bridge Park, 9:25 AM
I like this picture so much I'll post two views taken moments apart
Gator number two
2 for 1
Gator number 3Landed at Sargeant Park
Azaleas in bloom
Had lunch
Headed back out
And back down the Hillsbrough
As I approached Morris Bridge I saw something I had hoped I would not see. A huge armada of kayakers. I had seen them on the way up River. Older folks, in fancy long kayaks. I was hoping they would take out at Morris Bridge. But, it appeared they only took a break. Which was ending as I arrived. I lagged back. Fortunately for me, this was a fast paddling group. They soon disappeared down River.
A new arrow at a point where many, including me, have gone the wrong way
Vultures. There are hundreds on this section of the Hillsborough
On the way up River, one roseate spoonbill flew overhead.
Maybe this is where it landed
I was fortunate to get close and take several pictures
Sleeping?
Or, blind?
Duck weed
Landed at 3:30
Arrived at the Double Tree, North Reddington Beach, just after 5. A bit of a nervous drive over the bridges. Wind still blowing.The hotel is on the beach. For $100, you get a parking lot view.
The last 3 years, I was able to get ocean front accommodations at St Pete Beach for around $80 this time of year. Not this year. Reddington Beach is about half way up the barrier island chain off the Pinellas County mainland
Went for a sunset stroll
still windy
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