Paddle, peddle and piddle

Had a lovely day canoeing on the River Halliiste. I haven't canoed in a long while--done rafting and kayaking. I went solo, so I had to propel and steer myself with a crosswind.  It made for an interesting trip. But I loved it.  The river was flat and meandered amongst the tall grasses. I have to mention that here in Sooma there is a "fifth season" in the spring when the snowmelt causes the rivers to flood upwards of 6 meters higher than normal. Here's a photo of one house underwater. They expect this every year, do they build their houses to withstand this phenomenon, which draws a lot of visitors who come to canoe and go bog stomping. 

I borrowed a bicycle from Anna and Victor, so I could get myself back ans forth while I'm here. Sumo is the house dog. 

View from the bridge as canoers pass by