Indian River Valley Hike

Connor and Rowan by West Fork Falls

I took Connor and Rowan up to see the big hemlock on a chilly last day of the year. They were able to climb up inside of it. After they had done so, I did and decided to see if I could see the top of the hollowed out part. Although it seemed like I … Read more

Winter Sunset

Sunset

The sunset before solstice had some nice color, but no green flash as the sun dropped below a low bank of clouds near the horizon. Meanwhile Connor and Rowan were taking advantage of the snow to go sledding on the hill near our house.

Coot Remains

Flattened Coot

I sometimes wonder where birds like the coots go when Swan Lake freezes over. Sometimes they probably fly elsewhere, but unfortunately this one appears to have ventured onto the road and met its end getting hit by a car.