It was HOT

Man, the temps did rise this week didn't they.....which had a lot of folks wanting to enjoy the cool river in order to combat some of the heat. We have had people floating every day this week and unlike the Missouri River, we have levels that continue to drop on the Des Moines River. Looks like we should see all the major sand bars exposed by this weekend at the rate the river is falling right now.

I am writing todays blog from Oskaloosa where it has been raining since 3 am this morning. Heard a couple of good rumbles about then so I got up to check the radar and saw it was headed our way down here. Looks like just a little tip of a cell caught Seven Oaks and that was confirmed in this morning's conversation that the rain was almost enough to get the concrete wet.

Speaking of HOT, I think Monday was the warmest it has been this year and warmer than any day we had last year.........so we utilized the day to set about 30 posts in the tent campground to define parking from camping. It was sooooo hot........you didn't have to do much to break into a good sweat.........and when you did physical labor like we were doing it sapped the energy quickly.......but we did hydrate frequently........ahhhhh..........cool water does quench the thirst.......

Tuesday we had a lot of canoes on the water when it was about as hot as Monday.........the paintball group that was scheduled to play cancelled and I couldn't blame them........I have to believe with the clothing most wear during paintball games would have made it pretty unbearable...........being on the river sounds a lot more refreshing.........so they rescheduled for a different day........

Had another company book the lodge for their meeting in July complete with two meals and break out snacks..........it continues to be a busy place..........if I remember correctly Friday night of this week is a wedding rehersal dinner in the lodge then on Saturday a different group is using the facilities for their wedding reception.......

I think it's going to be a great summer to do some full service floats with us. Get your family or friends together and book your date sooner than later so you don't hear us tell you that we are sold out.........okay........and remember it's always more fun with family and friends........

See you soon........