Cool to see you on some new water, brother. Thank the Lord for Google maps. Great video.

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

LOL!! You got that right, brother!! :-D Whew!! Thanks, John!

Just started kayaking, enjoy your videos, I am learning alot watching you. As a rookie an 70 years old. Thanks

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

Hey Billy! That's awesome! Congrats on getting started. My friend Mike from "Camping with a Stranger" just started last year and he's in his early 60's I think. If you have any questions let me know! Thanks for watching and have fun on the water!! :)

Looks like fun

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Frank. It was- challenging at times, but fun!

Had to watch your video so I could see the other half of the trip!

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

LOL- now you know! :-D

Enjoy your day

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Dave!!

as i was watching a song popped in my head lol “welcome to the jungle”

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

LOL!! It was a little hairy in a few spots...and then just trying figure out if we could get through. It was nuts, but we made it!! :-D Thanks Brian!!

Glad y’all got through safely. The biggest mistake most people make on this section of the river is not going to the far right immediately after going under the bridge. It is blocked right now due to the flooding several weeks ago.

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jared! Yes, there were logs all the way across. I didn't paddle up to it since the left looked open. It wasn't bad, but there are so many splits after that it gets a little tricky. We want to do Old Big Cove to Hobbs Island Road next.

@FredKillmeyer

Жыл бұрын

Went to the right side last week. Picked our way through some branches but doable. This section always a fun challenge!

Look like a good time for a day trip. I know what you mean about Separating from each other on the water especially when you don't know much about the water. I am glad you 2 was OK. All way fun to get out on the water for a Couple of hours. You take it easy buddy and thanks you for sharing.

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

We did have a great time, Mack. No, splitting up wasn't ideal, but it turned out ok thankfully. Thanks Mack!

Glad you guys are staying safe while exploring new waters! Looks like a lot of fun!

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Glenna! It was tricky at times, but overall a great trip!!

That water looked nice. Like rivers around here though. Dang ole trees in swift current just aggravating as you know what. By the way did your brother catch anything?

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Thomas. Yes, those downed trees are aggravating. Fortunately we didn't have to actually crawl/drag over any. He caught a couple of small ones, but nothing major.

We just ran it today

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! What'd you think? Was it fairly open?

I need to to try that section. I’ve gone from Oscar Patterson to Hays NP. I do have to ask…..how cold is the water this time of year? I would be a little concerned with potential hypothermia if I fell in.

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

Hey Chris- this section can be tricky since no outfitter keeps it cleared...and it changes with every rain. The water is definitely cold enough you don't want to get wet, but on mild days you would probably be alright. Just don't wear anything cotton because it holds water. I always try to wear synthetic or dry-tec clothing. A change of clothes is not a bad idea, either, if you have space.

New water can be tricky! Have you ever paddled upstream from there? I’m wondering if the current would be to much for an upstream and back paddle

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

I have done the section above where I started and you probably would not make it far upstream. There's pretty good flow through most of the Flint River...which is what makes it such a great day trip. I have put in at Chickasaw Landing (Hobbs Island Road) and paddled downstream and back up, but only try it at low flows. You might have better luck at the Turker Creek boat ramp (2 miles below Chickasaw).

@mr.shellcracker9161

Жыл бұрын

@@SouthernPaddler thanks man!

Do you encounter a lot of snakes

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

No, I don't. I keep and eye out while I'm on the bank or getting in/out, but once on the water I don't worry too much (unless I'm going under big limbs or next to rock walls). The only real concern is Moccasins. All other snakes quickly flee. Moccasins don't want any trouble either, but they seem to not get in a hurry about it. :)

Been there Done That. Not a great Section!

@SouthernPaddler

Жыл бұрын

It's definitely different from every other section I've seen. My brother and I want to do Old Big Cove to Hobbs Island Road next. I figure it to be about 6 miles. Have you done that one?