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It Fits

12/3/2009

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Tonight was the first time I tried to load the Ikkuma with all of the gear I plan to carry.  The first few times loading a boat are always interesting as everything has yet to find its place.  Today was no exception and I had to pack, shuffle, and re-pack a few times to get everything in.  The computer and cold weather gear take up quite a bit of space but I made it happen.  Tomorrow I'll get to do another couple runs at it as I demonstrate the process to the kids at Portage middle school. 
I don't expect to get much planning or packing done around the presentations at the schools but it's worth it, I need a break from sorting gear anyway.  Saturday will be a full day of triple thinking every item I'm carrying and getting final pre trip items taken care of. 
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Victoria Rydberg link
12/4/2009 10:16:00 pm

Thank you so much for coming to talk with the River Crossing students and bringing all of your gear! The students were really interested in what you would take and how it would all fit! I couldn't believe they asked questions for 2 hours!

Did you see the news article about your visit? http://portagedailyregister.com/news/article_62e0031a-e160-11de-9a61-001cc4c002e0.html

If there are any other teachers out there reading this, this is an educational experience worth making time for in your class!

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