But then.....

Kismuil Castle under attack, originally uploaded by Clearwater Paddling2009.

When the wind blows from the south you certainly know about it. Not necessarily the best kayaking season

When its good its the best

PC170597, originally uploaded by Clearwater Paddling2009.

8.00 am the sun is coming up over the bay. Taken from the hill behind the house. There is nothing better than a big sky above you.

Sunset bay

PC120452, originally uploaded by Clearwater Paddling2009.

November in Castlebay

Mingulay puffins

Mingulay puffins, originally uploaded by Clearwater Paddling2009.

Early June saw us down to Mingulay for the first time this year. Beautiful weather and some great opportunities to get up close and personal with the local inhabitants

Sandray

Sandray, originally uploaded by Clearwater Paddling2009.

or is this most beautiful beach in the Hebrides? For this photo I used the panorama mode on the camera which stitched 3 shots together. I reckon it is best done with a tripod, but not too bad for being hand held all the same. May 2009

Pabbay

Pabbay, originally uploaded by Clearwater Paddling2009.

On a sea kayaking trip to Mingulay we spend a couple of nights on Pabby. Fantastic camp spot May 2009

Basking Shark in Castle Bay

Jake and dad out leading a trip when this big basking shark was seen swimming around the boats in Castle Bay. It swam right under the kayak to Jake's great excitement. Photo Mark Anderson Perth