Loons, Frogs and Stars

How sweet is the sound of the loon? It is the call of our northern lakes. It warms the heart because it's a true sign that the season is changing and last week we heard the call; the call of the loon.

Unfortunately no picture of our feathered neighbour but I did find this pictures taken on our lake July 23, 2009.The amazing thing about loons is their ability to swim long distance underwater. You watch them dive and disappear and think they will bob to the surface just where you last saw them. Not so. Scan the lake and you will see them way up the lake, just a mear dot.

Another sign of spring are the "peepers" They are tiny frogs you hear across the pond once the sun has gone down. It's their mating call you hear and it is unique. I have no pictures of these little guys but may try to get some once our house is up and we are living here full-time.

As for the stars; they take your breath away. The skies are so clear, free from any light pollution and every star sparkles in its own magnificence.

Of course the best time of year to visit is the fall.

Safe travels and stop by when you are in the area.