Kayaking the Mighty Mississippi ep. 9 Hastings to Lock 5 (days 20-22)

To Episode 10: https://rumble.com/v1frynr-kayaking-the-mighty-mississippi-ep.-10-lock-5-to-iowa-days23-24.html

Leaving my 4 day vacation at home I get back on the river in Hastings, MN ready to get going! Now entering into the driftless zone we start to see the bluffs and large endless pools before the locks. I catch back up with Lars and Marianne and head out onto big old Lake Pepin.

It was awesome stopping by the National Eagle Center and seeing/hearing about the work they do! It it was a great stop and its right along the river.

Tracy Wilson: Along with Shane Tracy was paddling the Mississippi River the same year as me. We talked via facebook and phone calls many times along the way. Talking about water levels and conditions and simply b.s.'ing from time to time. Shane and Tracy were taking their time on the river and enjoying themselves as they went. I will forever regret not meeting them along the way as I passed by them without knowing it and did not get that opportunity again but we stayed in contact.

She was always in good spirits when we talked and I always enjoyed talking with Tracy and Shane. The Last time I heard from Tracy was when I reached the end of my trip. She gave me congratulations and asked about river conditions and my opinions.

My prayers are with her friends and family. I will always remember Tracy as a fun and enthusiastic person who I was honored to share the river with. God Bless

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