The Rex once agon June 28

 Tonight was yet another amazing adventure. The excitement started at 6 o'clock as we loaded up all the boats with Elizabeth joining the four of us. Our destination was Royston Rex, and despite the cloudy night, we were determined to make the most of it. The water was a bit choppier than usual, adding an extra thrill to our paddleboarding and kayaking expedition. As we made our way to the beach, we were greeted by six majestic herons, some of whom were engaged in a playful scuffle.


We managed to capture two incredible pictures of the eagles above us. However, goff had a close encounter with the birds as he was dive-bombed while standing on his paddleboard with Elizabeth in front. Thankfully, he managed to keep his balance, and Elizabeth had a blast taking in the sights from the front of the board.


Navigating the waters around Rex proved to be a delight, especially with the strong current working in our favor. We took the time to observe the birds perched on the logs covered in barnacles, snapping photos of our journey. Dwain and Calia added an extra element of fun by turning their boats into makeshift horses for a friendly game of javelin and bumper boats. Meanwhile, Bryin captured the magic of the evening through his cellphone lens, creating stunning visuals of the escape to wilderness. 


Despite the lack of rain, the clouds added a dramatic touch to the night sky. As we wrapped up our adventure, we reflected on the beauty of the moment and eagerly looked forward to our next outing. Tomorrow, as we celebrate Canada Day weekend, we plan to embark on another thrilling journey - whether by kayak or on foot, the excitement of exploring the great outdoors awaits us.

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