The weather today was supposed to be good if a bit blustery. At about 6:00am the sky gaves us the "
sailors warning" with a spectacular firey sunrise
Neither of us seemed to have much motivation to get started today though P did an early morning bike run. We were both feeling the affects of yesterday's paddling and an excess of fresh air.
We headed south and somehow ended up in the Republic without quite meaning to; made the most of it anyway stopping for a great lunch in Belturbet and refilling the van with diesel at a 15% discount.
When we got back into the North we checked out various locations though the wind was too strong for us to consider heading out.
Knockninny: had a nice little marina with a stylish hotel & restaurant nearby; quite extensive water with islands within paddling distance (see picture).
Carry Bridge: disappointing busy commercial centre though it does have a camp site adjacent to the river and hotel.
Crom Castle: we looked over to the castle and Crichton's tower on the first day and on closer inspection it was even better close up; really interesting spot for exploring by either canoe or bicycle if we could find somewhere to park the van.
And eventually home - with a minor detour to Kinegoe Marina for a cuppa - for tea with the boys.
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