Boating

We had a great treat this weekend. A salesman with CHS, John, took us out on his boat on Yellowtail Dam on the Big Horn River. It was sooooo nice. Nice weather, beautiful scenery, great outhouses and camping sites along the river. It reminded me why I want a family boat someday.

Jack had a great time. We were surprised how well he kept his hat and lifevest on without complaint. He really enjoyed going over the bumps. Jack eventually wore himself out, falling asleep standing up ready to jump with the bumps. It was too cute.

John was a great host. We would stop in secluded spots and he tried to catch a fish for Jack to see. In spots the water was so clear - you could see the bottom of the water and all the different fish inside. John caught a fish, but the line broke as he was pulling it onto the boat. It was a good size fish - I have no idea what type - but it was exciting nonetheless.

One of the highlights of the day for me was spotting a bear (yes, a BEAR!) on the shore. It is truely amazing that I spotted it. I have astigmatisms in both eyes, and we were totally far away. Joel teases me about my eyesight all the time. John humored me and went to check it out. I felt so vindicated - all those safaris really paid off! Thankfully we were on the boat, so we got to get pretty close. It did make me second guess wanting to camp there...

It was a great day - we were all exhausted by the time we got home. We are going to be seriously looking into boats now. Our house in Irrigon is about 3 miles from the Columbia River. I think that it would be so great. I have so many fond memories of Detroit Lake growing up, camping with Grandpa's boat, playing card games with gummy bears, Rocky Mountain Pizza, kneeboarding, tubing, and just floating the lake. I would like my kids to have those same type of memories. Maybe someday!