We decided that today's exercize would take advantage of the winter sun. So we went to Second Marsh where it was -10, feeling like -20 with the wind. It was a dry cold, meaning that it is friggin' cold --and dry
During our five kilometre walk we saw tracks everywhere: fox, deer, rabbit, squirrel, and something we couldn't identify until we saw the vole scurrying across the path making the mystery trail.
At one spot we were swarmed by two dozen chickadees who gobbled down the offered seed in minutes. There was a small woodpecker and a hawk in the woods, and lots of ducks out on Lake Ontario. Finally we saw two white-tailed deer bounding across an open area.
The photos are of ice formed by the shore in wierd and wonderful formations during recent windy days. God's gift on New Year's Eve.
We pulled out the thermos at water's edge and toasted each other with hot tea; "God's promise and presence in 2009." This is certainly our prayer for all of you.
Thank's David. After reading your blogs on your walks to second marsh,I got out New Year's Day for a walk to Wilmott Trail.It was bright,sunny,and peaceful even tho I met 10 other people,the trail has been used often.Thanks for the push I needed.Tomorrow maybe Second Marsh(a favorite of mine also).It's great to have these spots,I hope more families use these trails the price is right and rewards are many..
ReplyDeleteYou're right Brian. We are so fortunate to have areas close at hand that have been protected for wildlife and for human enjoyment. Places such as Wilmot Trail have been steadily improved over the past few years.
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