Sian persuaded some coworkers (including yours truly) and some friends to go canoeing. August 10th, 2002.

 Sian demonstrates correct method for limbering up

 Dave with picnic goodies

 Kathryn with her paddle. Dave's hiding behind his.

 I'm sure using a sail is cheating.

 canoes, scenery

 church remains. apparently less than used be there, at that.

 one of the bridges across the lake

 The merrie bande of loonies. I'm in the yellow canoe, at the back.

 more canoes, more scenery

 Dave points something out. Everyone looks, except Kathryn, who appears to be practising her golf swing.

 Good Waider Hunting

 Waider demonstrates his incredible sense of balance

 UG! MOVE BOAT!

 Heading back after lunch (I'm in the front of the yellow boat this time)

 Under the bridge. Sian and Conor in the foreground.

 We're all supposed to be heading in the same direction...

 ...but we're not so good with the steering.

 The Gang's All Here

 Yes, I did wear the shades the whole time. Even when capsizing a kayak.