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HCC members joined with others from the Bayou City Whitewater Club, as well as paddlers from Austin, Bryan and San Antonio, for two days of river enjoyment. Ten people met at Pecan Park late Thursday morning, January 1, to make the run to Sculls. The water was low, but there were still waves for playing. The temperature was mild and the trip relaxing. Mamacita's was closed for the holiday, but Café on the Square was open that holiday night. We enjoyed a campfire in the cool evening.
Several of the Thursday paddlers went home and others joined the group at Slumber Falls on Friday. We played the gates before going downriver. The water was fun even at this low level of 120 CFS. It was a good introduction to several of the group who hadn't done this stretch, including some who were new to moving water. The lower level gave a good view of rocks and rock formations that aren't visible at higher water levels. The sun came out and offered a perfect day. It was a great way to begin the new (leap) year.
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