Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Views of The Vermilon River. A Post to SWF

Morning Dark Sky




What the heck does a sky like this mean- disaster maybe? Then it lightened so I went over to the river trail on a hot, sultry, soggy hike. But I made it home before the big rain.
Lightening Sky.

Island In the River.







 The day was gray, but the forest is still pretty lush. And before you ask; you can canoe or kayak safely to the north for a couple of hundred miles, and further if you want. The river has receded with the lack of rain, and looks benign, but it's still pretty cold.

River to the North.

River Bend






  Tiger lilies grow wild along the river bank in the oddest places.
Wild Tiger Lilly.

Seed pods on a White Ash tree.


Common Yarrow

 This turtle was sunbathing in a wetland on another day,but I thought you might enjoy seeing him. I never tire of Song Sparrows who are around despite the heat. And of course, a four legged creature, the Red Squirrel.

Song Sparrow



A Post to Sky Watch Friday @http://skyley.blogspot.com/


I'm posting this in rather a rush as blogger/google is messing up again.

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44 comments:

  1. TexWisGirlJuly 20, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    oh, that squirrel is too cute!!! perfect ending! :) lovely views as always. love those big rocks.

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  2. Lois EvensenJuly 20, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    Love the turtle. :)

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  3. LouiseJuly 20, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    It looks like a beautiful river. And, it's so darn hot here right now that the cold would seem very refreshing.

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  4. jooJuly 21, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    Gorgeous sky and beautiful nature!

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  5. DinaJuly 21, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    Beautiful sky shots. It looks so open.

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  6. AnonymousJuly 21, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Such gorgeous skies!

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  7. RajeshJuly 21, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Beautiful place with lovely sky.

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  8. LizJuly 21, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    The first looked a little scary but all the rest are lovely.

    Happy sky watching.

    Liz @ A Simple Life

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  9. theconstantwalkerJuly 21, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    You praise my tours Gary but I would love to spend some time on your patch... a hurried post Wow!!

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  10. Sylvia KJuly 21, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    Gorgeous colorful skies and clouds, beautiful flowers and I do love the squirrel! Perfect way to end your post for the day! Hope you and Boom have a great weekend, Gary!

    Sylvia

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  11. JaneJuly 21, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    Beautiful series of shots, thanks for sharing:)

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  12. AnonymousJuly 21, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    you find the best photo subjects on your hikes :)

    My sky is here

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  13. eileeninmdJuly 21, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    Great series and pretty skies! Love the turtles and the cute squirrel. Happy skywatching!

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  14. Ms. BeckyJuly 21, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    I love your tours each week, they're pure enjoyment! that turtle shot is really nice, with the light and reflection. the skies are gorgeous, and so too the river. what a beautiful area it is where you live. it's so pristine. happy SWF, and I hope you and Boomer have a really fun weekend. stay cool.

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  15. UnknownJuly 21, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    gorgeous snapshots! the turtle and reflection are delightful.

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  16. TaniaJuly 22, 2011 at 4:40 AM

    Lovely post. wonderful landscape and so cute that squirrel's.
    Happy weekend!:-)

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  17. Lina GustinaJuly 22, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    Enjoying all!

    http://www.womenandperspectives.com/2011/07/sky-watch-bright-morning-in-bogor-train.html

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  18. DhemzJuly 22, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    stunning sky shots...plus the critter! lovely...:)

    thanks for dropping by @ explorerminded.com

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  19. nonizamboniJuly 22, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    I always enjoy your captures, sky and critters. Stay cool. . .our heat is coming back [!]

    Nonizamboni

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  20. jeanlivingsimpleJuly 22, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    Gary, Very enjoyable post!!!

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  21. UnknownJuly 24, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Gorgeous morning sky and I love that boulder area by the river. Lovely shots of flowers and animals too.

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  22. Lucy Corrander Now in Halifax!July 25, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    Beautiful turtle.

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  23. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Thanks Texwiagirl.

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  24. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    He's popular Lois.

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  25. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    It's cold Louise.

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  26. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    Thanks Joo.

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  27. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    It is open Dina.

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  28. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    But stormy Ladyfi.

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  29. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Thanks Rajesh.

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  30. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    The first was scary, Lisa.

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  31. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Come on over Andrew.

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  32. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    Thanks SK.

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  33. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    Thanks Jane.

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  34. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    Thanks ewok.

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  35. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    Thanks eileen.

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  36. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    Thanks Ms Becky.

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  37. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Thanks Luna.

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  38. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    That squirrel is popular, Spiderdama.

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  39. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    Thanks Lina.

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  40. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    Thanks Dhemz.

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  41. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Oh oh on the heat nonizamboni.

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  42. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Thanks Jean.

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  43. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Thanks JM

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  44. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Boy that turtle is popular Lucy.

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