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I reached my campsite for the evening and continued to struggle with stomach cramping, then things took a “downhill” turn…

I reached my campsite for the evening and continued to struggle with stomach cramping, then things took a “downhill” turn…

A trip down memory lane… The more manageable river flow became a mindless paddle where I was absorbed in my own thoughts and constant self encouragement… All was well until bedtime…

I was making great headway through the twist and turns. My friend Shawn called me a beast. I started to believe for a little while. I guess when “beast mode” wears down grit takes over….

Finally, the start of the journey! This is probably part of the most juicy parts of the early on portion of the trip- The beginning. I’m forced to go under through and around new and old fallen trees….

The ups and downs of the first day paddling the Waccamaw. Paddling the remote upper ends of the Waccamaw River where the swamp and the river are one.

A ten year dream coming to fruition. How to choose the right gear, organize and pack for a kayak expedition camping trip along the Waccamaw River.