Pigeon Lake, Lake Michigan, and Pigeon Creek

Late Autumn Explorers and a Friendly Kayaker 

The second weekend in November was about 50 degrees, so we got Little Fish out one last time for the season. With an unusually early spring, Little Fish made her maiden voyage in March, so we've been able to get out on the water 9 months this year!

We launched just south of the Port Sheldon Power Plant. There was one other guy by the launch, he and his buddy were taking out their boat for the season at half-time of the U of M football game. 

We used our small electric motor to tour the the lake with its interesting variety of homes, natural areas, docks, and the power plant. 

 

There were autumn leaves floating along with the current which was pretty strong as we headed out the channel into Lake Michigan. The breeze was certainly cool but not frigid yet.

We rounded the north pier that provided relief from the waves and enjoyed playing with the seagulls that were resting on the beach.

We checked out the waterline from the power plant and tried to figure out if it was an intake or discharge pipe. 

As we were entering Pigeon Lake again, we met a new friend, Billy, with a very cool kayak. We spent quite a bit of time checking out each other's boats, sharing stories, and learning some of Billy's kayaking techniques.

Then it was under the bridge and into Pigeon Creek . . . 

There's a nice little launch site just south east of the bridge.

 Love how the colors and textures popped as the sun came out just before setting. 

There was a couple fishing just west of the bridge as we headed back to the dock. It was a very sweet sight.








Then it was time to quickly head back to the dock and load up before dark.

Until 2013, Little Fish . . .