Another view from the kayak

Today was one of those beautiful days in northern Michigan.  Cool and dry, just a light breeze.  Its what I call Up North Weather.  Although…

Guest Photographer – Jane Shoup

We are all in for a treat today. It is a long post, but I don’t think you will be disappointed.  Today’s post is dedicated…

Lily Pads

Another great morning in the kayak.  OK, the wind was a little brisk and the water was a little rough, but it was still a…

Evening Kayak

I don’t usually kayak in the evening, but rather early in the morning.  However, it was such a nice evening that I decided to venture…

Weeds vs. Wild Flowers

Inspired by a blossom just outside my front door, I started looking for other blossoms.  My search took me around the yard and down State…

Another Kayak Post

Another beautiful morning on Duck Lake.  Temperatures in the low to mid 60s, just a very light breeze, calm waters.  I saw some interesting things…

View from the kayak

Well, I’ve been up at the lake for a week and haven’t posted, so here’s some  of the things I’ve seen from the kayak. These…

Memorial Weekend on Duck Lake

Memorial Weekend was beautiful at OCC.  We got out on the lake in the kayaks one morning while the water was smooth and there was…

A Beautiful Morning on Duck Lake

It was another of those quiet mornings on the lake, the surface so smooth.  A good morning for the water fowl as well. This mallard…

Spring at OCC

Here it is, early May.  Last time I was here there was still 2 feet of snow on the ground.  Not any more.  The leaves…