North Saskatchewan, Laurier to Dawson

In early October, we took a trip through Edmonton on the North Saskatchewan to enjoy the fall colours. This was also my 50th paddle of the year and, perhaps, our last (depending on what the weather does).

We put in at Laurier after lunch and the the launch and the river were hopping. 

Both the water and the leaves were great, although we ran into some headwinds as we made our way to the Groat bridge.

After that, it was pretty clear sailing. The water was shallow from the Groat to the Waterdale bridges.

I know the high level bridge is large but it always surprises me just how large the piers are.

The Edmonton Queen was moored back at its usual spot after two winters up by Fort Edmonton having its hull repaired.

We eventually pulled out at the Dawson launch (which was also busy). 

Overall, a very pretty run down the river at the height of the autumn colour. If that is the end of the season, I think we had a good one.