Weather for the Spring Paddle was unseasonably hot and sunny, perfect for being out on the water. We had six canoes for a paddle down the scenic Manistee River, and enjoyed the natural beauty and tranquility of that stretch of water. The Woodland Motor Lodge in Grayling provided excellent accommodations and we gathered in a common area for our meals: pizza from a local place on Friday night, and a BBQ with burgers on Saturday. Excellent conversation around the fire pit and just a really fun weekend.