Bayou Fountain — July 25, 2015
Bayou Fountain — July 25, 2015
After last weekend, we figured one more weekend (with help) would have the bad tree properly dealt with. We got the help, and the way is once again clear. Read more…
Bayou Fountain — July 19, 2015
Bayou Fountain — July 19, 2015
It’s been a while since we had something large enough to require a major assault, but the giant water oak down right near the end of Bayou Fountain is officially a Bad Tree. Read more…
The Backpacker demo day — July 18, 2015
The Backpacker demo day — July 18, 2015
It was a hot but beautiful day on University Lake for The Backpacker’s demo day on Saturday. Where better to be than out on the water? Read more…
Bayou Fountain — July 17, 2015
Bayou Fountain — July 17, 2015
With Bayou Fountain lower than it’s been in quite a while, a spur of the moment run seemed appropriate. It turned into a bit of a long day. Read more…
Moonless Paddle to Spanish Lake — July 11, 2015
Night paddles on moonless nights with clear, starry skies are always an experience. Add on to that getting to paddle to places that are closed to the public, and it’s a recipe for a great night. Read more…
BREC Sunset Paddle — July 10, 2015
BREC Sunset Paddle — July 10, 2015
Friday evening brought near perfect weather for another excellent Sunset Paddle with BREC Outdoor Adventure. We even had several excellent views of the setting sun. Read more…
Night Paddle to Spanish Lake this Saturday
It’s time for another installment of Paddle Black and Red. We’re going back to Spanish Lake thanks to special permission from the property owners, but this instead of a bright moon, we’ll have a moonless night. Bring your red lights and enjoy. Read more…
Bayou Fountain/Manchac fun paddle — June 27, 2015
Saturday morning we were back on Bayou Fountain for another fun paddle. It’s was one adventure down two bayous with six boats and nine paddlers, and it was a great day. Read more…
Bayou Fountain — June 26, 2015
Bayou Fountain — June 26, 2015
With the water high and a fun paddle coming up, everything was just right for a bit of pruning on Friday. It’s been a while since we’ve had an 11-hour work day. Read more…
Upcoming: Bayou Fountain/Manchac fun paddle
The last fun group paddle on Bayou Fountain and Bayou Manchac filled up so quickly, we didn’t have a chance to get the word out very far. Well, let’s do another trip.
- When: Saturday, June 27, starting at 9am and ending around 1pm.
- Where: Highland Road Park (on Bayou Fountain) to Manchac Park (on Bayou Manchac)
- Length: Six miles and change, all downstream; 3 to 3-1/2 hours, approximately.








