This year’s NEWP Rock Island kayak camping adventure was an absolute blast with eight fearless sea kayakers setting out June 8-11. We braved a splash of rain on our paddle out Sunday afternoon, but that just added to the adventure, as the skies cleared to reveal three days of picture-perfect paddling conditions. From swapping stories on the water to hiking scenic trails and cozying up around the campfire, the trip was packed with fun, laughter, and new friendships blooming faster than June wildflowers. Some of us started as strangers, but by the end, we were a tight-knit crew of adventurers, making this trip one for the books!
