The day did not dawn as forecast and it looked a touch bleak and forbidding as we set off for the drive down to Wallagoot. The ancipatory mood in the car sunk somewhat as we drove through a rain shower. However it didn't last for long and as we were keen to check out the performance of R's new acquisition there were only momentary thoughts of cancelling.
Arriving at the lake around 10.00 we were cheered to find only a slight breeze ruffling the water and the odd patch of blue sky hopefully heading our way. The lake was full indicating the entrance was closed. There looked to be enough water to explore the wetlands on the way to the entrance :) :).
It was as we got ready to paddle I discovered I had left the trusty little camera at home :( The GoPro and the dreaded drone would have to provide our memories!
By 10.30 R was on the water trying out her new boat - a 2nd hand Dagger Catalyst 12.8 - purchased for future trips that will include a bit of rock bashing.
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Once L and I joined R on the water we headed down the lake, a mature Sea Eagle doing a fly past just after we set off. During morning tea at the mouth we sighted another, this time an immature Sea Eagle. Also sighted at the mouth were a pair of Sooty Oyster Catchers.
Mastery of the drone is improving - only a couple of woopsies today. As the day progressed the weather improved and, as you will see in the video, turned sublime.
After a serene paddle back across the lake our outing ended at 3.00pm and R's new boat was announced a winner.
Trip Notes:
Put In/Take Out: Wallagoot Lake Boat Club
Lake: Closed
9.75kms
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