Current River Adventure Day Two

Tuesday (Day 2): Pulltite Spring Access to Round Spring. (10 miles).

Our group was noticeably more relaxed today. Most had mastered the knack of avoiding the  “wads” and had gained confidence in their ability to run the shoals. We paddled just a bit before stopping to hike up to the old Pulltite Cabin and on to Pulltite Springs.  Now this was one beautiful spring and the spring run was like unto it, just gorgeous. 

Pulltitie Cabin

Pulltite Spring

Back in our boats, we passed Fire Hydrant Spring, which gushes from a cave in the wall, and several other unnamed springs. The presence of all these springs resulted in constant changes in the color of the water. Out in the river it was as if we were floating on air but as the springs appeared it would become azure. 

 Today we had an opportunity to climb up to a stunning cave with a waterfall in the back. Boat Parking was limited below the cave so we attempted a zip line across the river with a throw rope and carabiner. I tested it but was found wanting. Either the angle wasn’t right, my fat a… was too heavy, or I was too weak, but after sliding into the current and drinking about 50 gallons of river water, I gave up and floated down stream. (Thank you Kerri and Darcy for pulling me out). Jay had swam the river (!!!!!!) and CJ was successful on the zip line. I opted to ferry my canoe across the river and the three of us explored the cave.

Since I am claustrophobic, this was a PEAK EXPERIENCE for me. CJ and I held hands while Jay held the flashlight. Oh Joy, Oh Boy….it was terrific! Unfortunately it was too dark for photos.

More fabulous bluffs, more gorgeous springs, more flowers, more fun. This was a terrific day. 

Afterwards Mike and Usci hosted Happy Hour on the patio at the Store/Hotel and it was fabulous. Although they were staying in a hotel room, Usci had precooked and frozen wonderful goodies which she heated in an electric fryer. Good thinking