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G has a "swell" time kayaking

G has a "swell" time kayaking
G has a "swell" time on Lake Michigan in an inflatable canoe

Dawn on the Gulf of Mexico

Dawn on the Gulf of Mexico
Dawn on the Gulf of Mexico

Warren Dunes Sunset

Warren Dunes Sunset
Warren Dunes Sunset

Monday, August 31, 2015

Monarch Butterfly Migration, Rain, Sunsets and Campfires



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It's that time of year and the annual Monarch butterfly migration is underway. The evenings are becoming cooler as the sun moves northward in the sky.



We've experiences wetter weather this August. But on our trek we've had a lot of wonderful sun, too. Warm water temperatures (70F). cool evening breezes and lovely evenings and sunsets.


When it rains we don appropriate clothes and hike a few miles into the woods or state parks. I prefer hiking boots, jeans and a lightweight Marmot rain coat with a wide brimmed hat. But we take what we have and what works. Then as a group, off we go!


When the rain stops the sand drains quickly and we dance and laugh. 


With the rejuvenating rain mushrooms come up.


Returning to our campsite we prepare dinner. After dinner and as dusk approaches I light a campfire, and when darkness falls we sip tea and tell stories.






Wednesday, August 19, 2015

Storm Clouds



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Recently we've seen some interesting storms while on our treks. These are two photos taken on the same trek and on the same day. One looks like marshmallows and the other formation has the appearance of waves at sea.










Monday, August 17, 2015

Michigan Mermaids



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Another day in our endless trek. Stopped by a popular pubic beach and there were the mermaids. They were kind enough to stay near the shore and pose for photos.