kayaking: Kayaking on the Russian River in Sonoma County CA - 06/25/11 02:09 PM
Anyone who knows me well, knows that I love to be near water whenever possible. It doesn't matter if it's an ocean, lake or river ... I love to be near it, in it or on it.
Yesterday my brother was here for a visit (from Oregon) and I was trying to figure out where we could go together that we hadn't been before. That list is pretty short as he visits his only favorite sister at least twice a year.
Then it hit me. Kayaking! It's been really hot here so the idea was perfect. With the help of a … (20 comments)

kayaking: Kayaking In Sonoma County - 07/06/10 12:40 PM
Kayaking in Sonoma County is a great way to spend the day, particularly during the summer months when it is hot. One of my favorite places to kayak is the Russian River. There are several beaches on the river where you can park your car, unload your kayak and paddle in the river all day at no charge!
If you don't own a kayak, you can rent one from several places along the river. Try Johnson's Beach or King's Sport and Tackle in Guerneville (pronounced Gern-Ville), or at Monte Rio Beach next to the Monte Rio bridge. Canoes are also great … (7 comments)