The author recounts their experience of voyaging on the lower Columbia River in a 12-foot cruising dinghy named “LUNA”. The dinghy was a John Welsford-designed SCAMP, which stands for Small Craft Advisor Magazine Project. The author admits to being confused about directions while on the river due to various factors such as tidal flows and the lack of a reliable compass.
Despite these challenges, the author enjoyed their journey on the river navigating the different waterways using a combination of rowing and sailing. The author describes the scenery and wildlife encountered on the river, including bald eagles, sea lions and different types of fish. They also interacted with other sailors, some of whom gave helpful advice on navigating the river.
The author concludes their narrative by describing how they felt a sense of accomplishment and adventure after completing their journey on the river. They urge others to try similar adventures and explore the outdoors in an eco-friendly way.
Posted by Dale Simonson on 2017-09-06 23:11:29