A bit squashed

Day 4: More rowing and downtown SF

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July 9th 2011
This morning began with another early start and an opportunity to go sculling with Berkeley Paddle and Rowing Club, who train on a small lake next to the freeway. I was told I have a near perfect hip drive, which made my day 😊 Also saw a blue heron and an egret. I then helped de-rig and load the boats for tomorrow's regatta which - mercifully - I have managed to escape competing in. I ... read more

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