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We had a record crowd at our Labor Day float on the Caddo River. Twenty-three fun loving folks tackled a 100 degree day with a cool lazy river and a variety of inflatables and kayaks.

It was a rarity to see water coming over the lower Lake DeGray spillway which resulted in a wonderful current for the majority of the three-mile paddle. We paused at three gravel bars to frolic in the cool clear water. The last stop was at the rope swing where the young made big splashes while the less adventurous cheered them on.

After four hours on the water, some of us were starved and hit Las Agaves restaurant the sits next door to the Caddo River Rats takeout. Today was the last day of their season.

I’m thrilled that we had a lot of rookie floaters this time. Sharing a special place makes the day that…

Fourteen folks braved the bayou night to paddle Dorcheat Bayou on Friday night. We were prepared with food, drink, lights and insect repellent.

Just south of the launch, we encountered some salvinia, but it was not compacted - easy to paddle through - and quickly cleared. About 1.5 miles into the paddle, we found a nice flat sandbar that became our rest stop for about an hour. We had Down Home sausage, sliders, popcorn, root beer floats(!), cookies and trail mix to replenish us for the paddle back upstream.

Just as we packed to head back to the launch, the moon peaked over the trees. While we had some dark spots on the paddle back, our colorful kayaks helped keep everyone together. We did have some challenges, but our group pulled together to help each other and our teamwork made the dream work.

Thanks to all that came out. Nigh…

Just joined! Excited to meet you all for more paddles. 🛶

Five BCOS members braved the heat to paddle from the Old Palmetto boat ramp in Black Bayou Reservoir on Saturday June 13th. Cloud cover and a nice breeze kept the heat bearable. A variety of birds were observed along the way including a string of ducklings. We paddled almost 5 miles into the channels, around the island and back again in just under 2 hours.  Thanks to all who came out to enjoy the good weather.