Josh...great article/ adventure !....I have a few similar memories with my son (49), and my daughter (46)....I can tell you...”too few/ too long ago!!”....But we occasionally look back...and both kids will still laugh with “Dad, what were you thinking??!!”
As Dan wrote below, "too few/too long ago." Josh, indeed plan another trip before it's too late - or better yet, let McCoy plan the next! My boys and I even talk about our little Easter school break camping trips. Even little times make great memories. There were big trips that were done with each individually, but even the little stuff is great. This also reminds me of the significance of a few words that Nike paid (heavily?) for, that can be taken in any direction and usually never regretted - "Just Do It!"
I enjoyed your trip description with Winnie a few years ago. Here's another terrific trip and account. Bravo! Of course, given my old minor in philosophy, I would point out there are more entertaining paradigms than those put forth by the Stoics! Then again, given the challenges you faced....
Josh, thanks for sharing your epic adventure. McCoy surely goaded you along in the pursuit but your steadfast vision and stabilizing influence obliviously saved the day. Now Winnie won’t be the only one telling tales on dear old dad. Great stuff, memories!
I started out thinking open water out of sight of land was the best. Then someone astutely pointed out that the interesting part was where the water met the land. Then I discovered rivers - TWO shores! You found a great one.
Stoic philosophy? That must be the "type 2 fun" part! What a gift for both of you to share the time and adventure! I've heard this river called a "religious experience", and your photos confirm that.
Well Josh, I hope McCoy appreciated the sacrifices you made on his behalf! Being able to get way from it all, to enjoy each other’s company, to experience fantastic scenery these were surely hardships? What a Dad!
I quit reading when he said he was going into the wilderness, in extreme conditions, having never before used a canoe. I refuse to look at such foolishness, and regret that it got credit for my click.
Josh...great article/ adventure !....I have a few similar memories with my son (49), and my daughter (46)....I can tell you...”too few/ too long ago!!”....But we occasionally look back...and both kids will still laugh with “Dad, what were you thinking??!!”
Good work then!
Excellent article. Love that southern Utah area. I must get out there for some canoeing!
As Dan wrote below, "too few/too long ago." Josh, indeed plan another trip before it's too late - or better yet, let McCoy plan the next! My boys and I even talk about our little Easter school break camping trips. Even little times make great memories. There were big trips that were done with each individually, but even the little stuff is great. This also reminds me of the significance of a few words that Nike paid (heavily?) for, that can be taken in any direction and usually never regretted - "Just Do It!"
Great trip and great idea to do with McCoy while he’s still interested. He’ll never forget this trip.
I enjoyed your trip description with Winnie a few years ago. Here's another terrific trip and account. Bravo! Of course, given my old minor in philosophy, I would point out there are more entertaining paradigms than those put forth by the Stoics! Then again, given the challenges you faced....
Thanks, Jett! I think the Stoics hold up pretty well, but you're right about them not being especially entertaining.
Josh, thanks for sharing your epic adventure. McCoy surely goaded you along in the pursuit but your steadfast vision and stabilizing influence obliviously saved the day. Now Winnie won’t be the only one telling tales on dear old dad. Great stuff, memories!
Hey Simeon! Right, memories are all we really have in the end. We've got a long way to go to catch up with your many adventures.
I started out thinking open water out of sight of land was the best. Then someone astutely pointed out that the interesting part was where the water met the land. Then I discovered rivers - TWO shores! You found a great one.
Thanks for a hit of your great writing.
Hi Dave! Thanks for the kind words. Have been surprised myself to have so enjoyed rivers.
Stoic philosophy? That must be the "type 2 fun" part! What a gift for both of you to share the time and adventure! I've heard this river called a "religious experience", and your photos confirm that.
Good thinking to do this now.
Ha. I promise we didn't stay on the stoicism topic too terribly long :-)
Well Josh, I hope McCoy appreciated the sacrifices you made on his behalf! Being able to get way from it all, to enjoy each other’s company, to experience fantastic scenery these were surely hardships? What a Dad!
I quit reading when he said he was going into the wilderness, in extreme conditions, having never before used a canoe. I refuse to look at such foolishness, and regret that it got credit for my click.