I have been looking forward to cold weather activities this season, but winter has surely taken its time this year. Coming back from a week in Canada, my trail companion and I were glad to see that snow had made its appearance and was going to stay. The winds were strong today and some roads were covered with drifts of 8 inches of snow at the crown– the trip was made at a slow pace but gave me an excuse to take in more of the scenery. It did not take too much convincing to stop for any photographs, especially when we spotted a rainbow at such an early hour. Luckily, I was not the one in charge of the camera as the cold could be felt through the seals of the doors. Making it home took more time than usual, but slower was safer and more enjoyable. What a way to bring in the new year, with fresh blankets of snow.
Bradford Angier compiled an abundance of information covering fire making, wild edibles, navigation and more to help campers survive in the woods.
John Ford, retired Maine game warden, comically shares many of his fortunes and misfortunes while working in the field.
Annette Jackson tells us of her experiences living in the north Maine woods as a game warden's wife in the 1930s.
Michelle Souliere covers strange Maine tales and mysteries ranging from witches to the Loup-Garou.
With hunting season in full swing, Delorme's Atlas and Gazetteer will help you plan a trip, or get from here to there.
Gil Gilpatrick outlines basic outdoor skills for anyone looking to increase their knowledge in planning and packing for a wilderness canoe trip.
Joyce Butler writes of the historical Maine fire that raged in 1947 , burning 200,000 acres including many coastal homes and communities.
Paul Fournier shares stories of being a guide and bush pilot, as well as assisting in the failed reintroduction of caribou in Maine.
Donn Fendler shares his story about being lost on Katahdin, Maine's largest mountain, when he was 12 years of age.
February 2012
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As others have mentioned, your photos and words here do a wonderful job capturing these snowy-filled moments. Personally, I love the combination of blue and white white. Happy 2013 to you, Peter!
Emily- Thank you very much, and all the best in the new year to you as well!
Another beautiful event captured in words and photos. Thank you for sharing these pieces of your life with us.
BTW, the rainbow is actually a “sun dog”: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sun_dog and http://www.weathernotebook.org/transcripts/2000/10/17.html
Mary- Thank you for your kind words.
Had never heard of a sun dog before until doing this post- interesting effect.
That first photo is a gem.
Thank you Alan.
Those pictures make me wish we got more snow in the winter. I hope you have a Happy New Year!
Joseph- It is a lot of fun to be out in, but can be annoying when it needs to be cleared.
Thank you and Happy New Year to you too!
That last pic is beautiful. I’m envious of your winters there. All that white stuff – can’t remember what that’s called
Thank you Corey- I do not know what I would do without the seasons.
We’ve had plenty of snow so far, up to 50cm….. and then a warm spell hit us. Rain, lots of thawing… snow is almost gone now, but everything was soaking wet and starts to freeze up again. Driving sometimes feels like iceskating with a car!
Ron- It is always disappointing when rain hits during the winter; it ices the roads and melts the snow- I think if it is going to be cold, at least there should be snow. It is funny, we had nothing and then all at once.
Takes my breath away! Glad you and companion are home safe. This will certainly be a new year with new beginnings! Looking forward to spending that special day with you!
Thank you Liz- It certainly will be a great year and we are looking forward to it as well!
Wow! I’ve never seen a rainbow in the snow before. Very cool. I always catch myself longing for the north and an endless blanket of snow for awhile. It just adds a majestic touch to the outdoors. I hope you get out and get some more pictures and ventures to share.
Happy New Year!
Thank you OE- It was a nice scene that did not last long, and I agree, the snow brings a welcomed change to the woods.
I will do my best to document my outings and a very Happy New Year to you too!
I never ceases to amaze me how quickly winter can descend on us here in our great State of Maine. Super job on capturing that winter rainbow. Happy New Year to you and yours Peter and I’m looking forward to your 2013 posts!
Mike- Like a bad guest, it does not show up on time and then does not leave.
Happy New Year to you and yours as well!
Glad you guys made it back safely. The pictures are beautiful, thanks for sharing.
Thank you Nancy- glad that you like them.
Very nice pictures especially the rainbow just gorgeous !! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Diane- It was a beautiful spot at the right time that we would have had trouble to pass by.
Glad you made it back safely. Looking forward to your upcoming snow-filled posts!
Nicolas- Thank you, it was slow going.
Beautiful pictures. Looking forward to more winter posts!
Thank you Louise!
Best post ever, miss you both. Happy New Year
Thank you Steve- We miss you too and hope that you have a wonderful New Year as well!
Great scenery, I have never seen a rainbow in the winter before, you were at the right place at the right time. Thanks Companion!
Pauline- We certainly were. It was a beautiful trip even with the poor traveling weather.