As you know I have been looking for something to go out in so I can explore the backwaters of the Thames and Canals in this area. I have the plans to build my own boat, but so far I have not been successful in finding somewhere to build it as I need somewhere dry for the epoxy to set. I looked into a lockup garage from the council, but the cost of that added onto the cost of making the boat made me think it might be cheaper to buy one! A very kind Graham offered his alotment shed, but it is a foot too short, and I am reluctant to mess about with the plans I have and shorten them. So, I am in stale mate.
Andrew is currently moored down the towpath, and he has a dinghy and outboard so we went exploring down swift ditch - one of the places on my hit list of backwaters to visit.
It was great fun..
we went down narrow places like this:
through overgrown places like this:
and found big places like this:
I had the best time ever! It was fantastic!!!!!!!!!!
How about a plastic punt? You could put that on top of NB Bones.
ReplyDeleteIf there are two of you can portage them where necessary too.
There is nothing so fulfilling than messing about in boats.
ReplyDeleteAnd exploring
To do both is sublime
maybe a coracle would suit nicely, though they can tip up easily if not experienced.
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