Harper's Falls Trail was a terrific hike for children with a waterfall that was easy to get to. A wonderful day hike for any skill level.

What a gorgeous day for a hike! We had never hiked a mountain before, so it was quite an experience! The view was definitely worth it. There were lots of people of all ages out today, and it was fun to encourage each other and share the excitement of seeing the summit for the first time.

Canoeing in 2 strip canoes my father made with my parents and wife. Best loon shots are courtesy of Deb MacKenzie.

8-8-14 "What's Wrong With This Picture?" - As I was paddling my kayak at warp speed yesterday morning...concentrating on my arm movements...stretching that left achilles tendon on the foot peg....my breathing pattern....why the "needs servicing" light came on in my truck yesterday...what fruit I would use in my Nutribullet for breakfast....things I need to get done before I head to San Fran....why Tiger Woods even bothers...where are the loons this morning....etc, I looked up and was startled. Late winter....now this! My thoughts switched to firewood and Florida....not yet!!

8-6-14 “Amazing” - From my cottage I could tell very early on that it was going to be a spectacular morning for photography...so I took Nikki on her poopy walk extra early and brought a camera with me as I jumped in the kayak for my daily paddle. I wasn’t disappointed...it was a photographer’s dream.

This is a great place to kayak. It's easy to access and easy paddling for kids. We put it by the bridge in Canton (next to SLU) and paddled down to Taylor Park and back. It was about 3 miles.

Can you tell what is growing on this trail log?

Peaceful walk at Heritage Park in Canton.

Beautiful day by the river with new friends and fellow educators.