We had an interesting 77 mile ride today. We started a little late because we waited for a bike shop to open. They were really only a locksmith with a few bike supplies but we wanted to get an extra tube. We found one that will probably work if we need it. The first 50 miles today were pretty much through large farms and we only found one place to get food and drinks. The next 20 were prettier because we went through some trees and onto the levee. The pavement was all choppy and the going was slow. Then the road was closed and they were busy working on it. We didn't want to find a detour and we were getting thirsty. One of the workers told us how to get around it by only walking about a mile on dirt. He also offered us cokes and cold water. That turned what seemed like a disaster into something wonderful.
We weren't sure if we would make it to the campground before dark but we had water now and were prepared to set the tent up along the road. Then around 7:00 the campground appeared. They also had some really nice cabins available so we rented one for $75 and are watching the sunset over the oxbow lake and drinking some beers. They are Bud Lites with Lime so not real beer but very thirst quenching.
This lake is great. Lots of white egrets flying over and nesting on the far shore and fish jumping everywhere.
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