Thanx for the feedback, Chosen One. See ya on the flow. If anyone has any info. on the lower stretch, from Vimy down, that would be appreciated as well. I really hate swimming at this time of year...losing my gear, the boat. The first run of the year is always a thrill waiting to see how things changed from last year...keeps me on the edge of my seat! Never commit to a run you can't see, scout first and problems, like those encountered by a couple fellas at Holt Cr. last year, can be avoided. Bring on another winter on the Cowichan!