Laurie arranged a dinner to share stories with the paddlers.
Due to the late start they only completed half of the allocated 11km's on the first day (as per previous blog entry). This was made up on day 2 as, after they joined the Ruenya, the water levels increased substantially. Day 2 camp was in the riverbed, which might have spelt disaster if the levels rose like they did on day 3.
Things got a lot more interesting on day 3, with higher water levels and several large rapids and narrow channels through the rock. Squash ran one particularly interesting section, with everyone else portaging. Tom had a swim, which led to a dented boat, which was later sorted with hot water (thanks Ken).
On day 4 the water was higher still and, as there was a logging road right down to the river, the decision was made to abandon the last leg and walk out to fetch the cars. Rob, Joe and Mark duly set off and within 3km's of the 30km walk Rob's shoe broke. This resulted in the use of ample duct tape, and some very swollen feet.
The trip was an all-round success with many fine stories to be told, and no major dramas.
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