Ice Water for Dessert!

We were running low on water, so Austin plotted a course to Donaldsonville, Louisiana.

After departing our "Creative Campsite" for last night, the wind started billowing as we rounded the first bend. Was different paddling. Determined to paddle at least 35 miles today, Austin and I pressed on.  I would soon reach the mark of  the 2000th mile paddled on this trip.

Beginning to understand the meaning of "Industry" as the amount of commercial activity on the river increases daily. We can manage the constant need to modify our planned routes for safe passage. The turbulent waters left behind by the massive ships is our biggest challenge. Hove noticed though, if I communicate with my Marine radio, the Skippers are doing what they can to help with safe passage. Just so many barges, tugs and ships it's hard to communicate with all of them.

High waters have blocked entrance to the boat ramp with acres of log jams. We must get water here. With no way to reach the town boat ramp, we had to find passage through the flooded forest and pull the boats up on the concrete reinforced levee. Once on the other side, a nice couple that gave us ice water. Would like to thank them but didn't get their name.

After loading up with water, we crossed  the  river to find this beautiful little home where we found refuge on a patch of grass near the far side river bank. Road leading to the grounds was flooded. Some campsites are perfect and we are thankful for this one. Left my calling card, hoping the owners will contact me so I can thank them personally.

Had ice water with dinner last night. A rare treat indeed. As Austin said "you know when you have been on the river too long when you drink ice water for desert".