Into the New Year

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I try to get on the water as much as I can.  It was a little cold on New Year's Eve - 20 degF! Sunny skies with steady winds from the west.  I good way to end the year.

I was feeling a little aimless - just start paddling down the river to the lake.  I decided to hug the shoreline to see what the water and ice would do.

Flocks of seagulls were out in the middle of the lake.  There were some geese and ducks about, but nothing near me.  The sun was very bright and the water was very blue.

I paddles around the lake (it isn't very large), and headed back.  The winds were quite strong and would push me back as soon as I stopped paddling.  I did get a quick shot of the picturesque Trinity Episcopal church.

Even with fleece, dry-pants, neoprene booties, fleece pullover, paddling jacket, gloves and a hat I was getting cold after 45 minutes.  I headed back up the river to our dock.

Icicles were forming on my paddle's drip rings.

A great way to end the year.

May your adventures be safe and warm in 2015!