A river trip rhyme

We load the boats up; to the river we go
With paddles and beer; we hope all will show

Just make it down river; is a common lament
We just need to get there; and pitch up our tents

Down the rapids we float; with its white caps and swirls
Keep your paddle-a-pumpin’; or you’ll go for a twirl

We stop on the sandbar; for beer and for rest
Drink one down fast; and start with the jests

Safely on the island; we made it un-scathed
We pop out our chairs; and relax in the shade

With friendships a-plenty; we pass-round and drink
With smiles and laughter; we verbally think

The sunset begins; with orange, red, and gold
We could watch here forever; and it never gets old

Now nighttime descends; with dark moon or bright
Heads all-a-spinning; we click off our lights

The sunrise revealed; all fog drenched and damp
We emerge from our tents; well rested; not cramped

We pack up to leave; and set out once more
Put paddles to water; and drift from the shore

Down in the creeks; so narrow and fast
We try to slow down; to make the time last

Were here at the take out; our shoulder all sag
The hike to the car; is a full-blown drag

We load the boats up; were dirty but fine
We will be back again soon; to drop out of time