Early Evening Above the Falls

With the evenings staying lighter, I've managed to escape for a quick hike in the early evening provided we have an early dinner.  The other night I made it out to the river above the falls. 

 

I'm just aching for Spring to come and then we can walk in the evenings as a family.

Onward, Winter

Winter soldiers on. 

 

Yesterday I set out in the blowing cold and snow to visit the falls.  Getting there this time of year can be tricky, and I wouldn't recommend it to someone who hadn't visited in other seasons.  The water is quite high right now, and you never know what lurks beneath the surface of deep snow.  I stick to areas I know are safe, give wide berth to spots I know have water in other times and watch where the bigger animals are making their paths. 

 

It was a rewarding trip, although I am ready to see what Spring will bring.

 

 

Hike to the Falls

 

 

The Top

Today I made it out to the top of the falls.  Considering my current state of closing in on 29 weeks pregnant with my second child, it wasn't the easiest of hikes, but it was well worth it.

The river is wide open, and the water at a low - moderate level.  Animal tracks are everywhere (which is a post for another day).

Sadly, even through the snow is still several feet deep, I can still only say I've seen the falls in three seasons, this technically being early Spring.

Snow Hike

We still have a significant amount of snow, but it's perfectly packed right now, making walking possible.  Today we ventured out into the fields and forest.

Longing

In the deep freeze of winter, I am missing my favourite spots.