Vedder Morning Sunrise

There are few things I enjoy more than an early morning paddling cruise along the Sumas and Vedder Rivers, especially on a workday. When the sun comes up at five am, it means I can be on the water to enjoy the scenery and still get back on the highway to be at work for seven am. It is a gloriously meditative way to start my day. At this time of year, the rivers are flush with meltwater coming from the surrounding mountains. The water levels may rise, but the turbidity drops, and the rivers become calm, flowing, mirror-like surfaces made for gliding along in a kayak. This serene setting also made it possible for me to be able to bring out my camera and be very selective about the composition I was looking for. I could paddle into position, clip my paddle to the side of the boat, and set up to take multiple shots as I floated through the zone. Nothing was rushed. Even the ripples raised getting there would ebb away before I needed to start shooting. An absolutely perfect way to start the day.