PhotoEssay of Kayaking the Des Moines River
by Gerry Rowland of Des Moines IA

Where Bike Trail and River Trail Meet
Feb. 6-7, 1999

Another 2 miles downstream, the river turns sharply to the south. The colorful structure to the east is the Highland Park bridge for the Saylorville Bicycle Trail. On this radiant winter day, cyclists were abundant on the trail, and several called to me by name, being my neighbors.

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Yellow Kayak on Golden River
Photo by Margaret Jane Scott
Feb. 6-7, 1999

The cat-in-the-hat kayaker (yours truly) at Prospect Park boat ramp 2 miles north of downtown Des Moines. The golden light even reflects off the wooden dock.

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