Lower Kananaskis is a scenic, manmade mountain lake with multiple points of access for human-powered watercraft plus a boat launch for powerboats. When the water level is lowered in anticipation of the annual snow melt, temporary mudflats appear, creating a transitory photographic opportunity.
Highlights from our paddle around Upper Kananaskis Lake include beautiful reflections, an island stop and a chat with another kayaker. We paddled 15 km (9 miles) in four hours, with a boost from whitecapped waves pushing at our stern as we returned to the boat launch.
The weather hasn't cooperated with our hiking plans the past few days. Add to that the fact that the GeoKids have been sick and the result is that the parental units really, really wanted to get out to the mountains today. Mother Nature was still threatening the possibility of rain or thunderstorms, so instead …