beautiful and enlightening experience
kayaking through detroit’s canals
that i never knew existed
with detroit river sports
then paddling into the detroit river
bounded on either side by the united states and canada
learning history and tales of
bootlegging, river islands, mansions, auto barons, inventors, and boatmen
finishing with a lovely relaxed dinner
canal side
at coriander kitchen and farm
fresh farm to table fare
all in the heart of the city.
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“if there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water.”
-loren eiseley
I have my glasses on.... 
That sounds like amazing fun! Glad you took part and shared it with us. Have a great weekend, my friend!
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It was a great adventure and happy to share, you too –
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Wow! This is so cool! What an amazing experience. Thanks for sharing, Beth. My life is always richer after a trip to your blog 🙂
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I was just so surprised to know it even existed. Aw-
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Wow! That sounds like such a cool experience (and I bet you slept well that night)!
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Oh, I did indeed
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🙂
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Wow! Sounds great.
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a really nice day
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Cool ❤️
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Yes, I agree with that quote, magic is in the water. And it sounds like a delightful day Beth!
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yes, delightful indeed
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Kayaking in an interesting location, stories and other details, plus good food. What a perfect day.
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It was certainly one to remember
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This looks like a fantastic Detroit experience, Beth! Way to find a new adventure!
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It was amazing
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Who knew that Detroit hides such a treasure. Love the quote!
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I honestly had no idea
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The best places are those that nobody knows about or goes to.
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I so agree, but have been known by locals forever
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Looks like a blast
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Another reason to visit Michigan. You should be paid by their tourism board.
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I should! #mittenpower
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I’m sure you would get MANY great references from your readers 😉
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❤️
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Great poem and photos! I love being on the water!
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something wonderful about it –
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Something exciting to do in the centre of a busy city. I never knew Detroit had canals either.
Best wishes, Pete.
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apparently, not me )
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Looks lovely! And I never knew this existed. Thanks for your post!
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Thanks,my pleasure
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Water truly is a pathway to adventure.
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Literally
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How delightful, especially when it is new and unexpected. Super quote, and so true!
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So right, and thanks!
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You’re welcome!
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Also a native and had no idea. The perception is that the river is poop filled. Thank you for sharing, beth.
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🌊
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Qué maravilla. Envidia total. 🤣🤣🌿🌸🍃
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Oh what fun! I had no idea there were canals in Detroit.
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Same here!
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What a wonderful experience. I love discovering things that are “in my backyard” so to speak…
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something about it…
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Making memories is always wonderful!
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yes, however they happen
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I am also a fan of water, Beth, although I have a healthy respect for it.
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I do as well – it’s much more powerful than I am –
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That’s fascinating, an unknown labyrinth.
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who knew?)
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Such a great kayaking day. So much fun.
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yes, really nice –
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How wonderful! I’m so happy for you.
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thanks! I never even knew we had canals )
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What a fabulous day!!!
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really nice –
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Wonderful. Looks amazing. Farm to table is the best.
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Oh, yes-
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How cool. I had not heard of this either. Hugs on the wing.
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❤️
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that looks absolutely wonderful. and that is one of my favorite quotes…
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a really great day –
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👍
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What a lovely adventure.
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it really was –
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That’s something I’d love to do!
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It’s really nice
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That looks like a perfect way to spend a day!
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Just right-
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It looks like so much fun!!
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very fun –
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Another set of Detroit treasures. I’m glad you had a good time.
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thanks, russ. good to see you and hope you and your family are well –
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I know this was so much fun!!!
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indeed –
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What a stunning adventure!! I’m speechless! So glad you shared it here with all of us and loved the photography 💗
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I have living near the water but I didn’t know that Detroit had such a connection to the waterway like you just mentioned. When I lived up in Boston there a lot spots you could put a canoe or any other things you could place in water and go.
I guess you’re never to old to learn something new. Thanks for sharing my friend.
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it was new to me too )
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