Thursday, March 12, 2009

Sky Watch Friday

Skywatch Friday



This is one of my favorite times of the year. We are getting less snow falling and longer, brighter days. It makes for wonderful days of snowshoeing and cross country skiing. These pictures were taken on Wednesday at Blow-me-Down Cross Country Ski Trails. The sky was intensely blue and practially cloudless.




This is the "Gazebo". Its actually an a-frame cabin in the woods. You have a 5 kilometer ski to get there. There is a wood stove inside and visitors are allowed to make a fire to boil the kettle, or just to warm up. I was the only one there on this visit so I opted to sit outside on a bench and enjoy the view.




Here is part of the view as seen through the railing on the deck.



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14 comments:

A Scattering said...

Cool pics. Pardon the pun, I couldn't resist.

Sylvia K said...

Great looking cabin to go with the gorgeous blue sky! and what a view! Super photos! Thanks for sharing! Have a great weekend!

Guy D said...

Great photos, I agree this is a great time of year.

Have a great weekend!
Guy
Regina In Pictures

Carol said...

These are beautiful pictures...esp the first one...very nice...and a bright blue sky

Jane Hards Photography said...

Secluded and peaceful in a busy world.

Secret Mom Thoughts said...

gorgeous cabin and sky.

Carolyn said...

Beautiful photos and beautiful spot. What a joy to have it close to you. Thank you for sharing and have a good weekend.
Smiles

Powell River Books said...

We have several cabins in the back country for winter enthusiasts. They were built by volunteers and are user maintained. In the summer you can reach them by quad, but in the winter by ski or snowshoe only. I invite you to come see my March snow shots from Powell Lake, BC. - Margy

Jeri ~ said...

This is a beautiful place and your wonderful photos give us a glimpse of your world - thank you.

Naturegirl said...

Oh my word! As an Ontarian vacationing in sunny Arizona..Brrrr...but really beautiful! That's the spirit..cross country sking helps the winter pass..Love the cabin!

Sharon said...

What a beautiful day you must have had! Your photos are gorgeous!

Indrani said...

Loved the snow in the foreground.

Connie T. said...

I love the deck picture. Great view.

PixieKatten said...

Just spent a while looking through your blog. Interesting with amazing photos. :) Happy easter!