After many days of cold and rain this month the sun finally came out and the temps hit 70 and I boldly ventured out on my first paddle this season in the northeast.  Years ago I gave up trying to paddle here in April.  This year even May has been dicey.

I went to my favorite place, the Swift River near Belchertown, MA.  As I have said before, it doesn’t disappoint. The yard art is still on display, the trout were biting, and the always cold water set up some condensation on the inside of my canoe because the sun was bright and heating things up.

Enjoy the photos.  To see my previous visits to this place, start here.