We saw this poor little guy at the 10km corners on the Manion Road when we were on our way to town yesterday. I had a protein bar in my bag so we stopped and threw it out to him. He wasn't afraid of us, he stayed on the snowbank looking sad, lonely and cold. This bear...
Well we received close to 30 cm (1 foot) of snow over the weekend. The lake froze just before we got this heavy dump of snow but we're pretty sure the lake won't be very safe for a while. Brenda was away on a "girl's trip" to Tofino, British Columbia and she returned...
Well we received close to 30 cm (1 foot) of snow over the weekend. The lake froze just before we got this heavy dump of snow but we're pretty sure the lake won't be very safe for a while. Brenda was away on a "girl's trip" to Tofino, British Columbia and she returned...
The last group of moose hunters were successful as they harvested this 48 inch bull moose. This group has always waited till the first week of December to hunt as they usually have snow this time of year. We have yet another cloudy, grey day with an "Alberta Clipper"...
The view of the lake this morning. There's more ice but the lake isn't completely frozen over, We received a little more snow over night but not enough to plow. Minus 9C earlier this morning, conditions not expected to change throughout the day.
The ice is beginning to form on the lake. Our bay is covered with ice but out in the middle it's still open water. Minus 9C this morning and cloudy. The continued cold temperatures will add to the ice.
Last day of November and there's a little ice beginning to form on the lake. The wind is preventing ice build up along the shore. We've had some significant snow so Don has been dragging the road to make it better for plowing. Work has come to a halt on The Island now...
There's plenty of snow but lake is still wide open. It's nice to see the sun shining off the open water as it won't likely be long before the lake freezes. It was colder last night, minus 7C this morning. The forecast is showing snow for the rest of the week. We still...
Well we finally have our first snowfall of the season. It's a mild morning, minus 3C and the snow is continuing. Glad we have our winter tires on, just adds a bit of safety when driving on snow covered roads. There's still some outside work that needs to get completed...
We got to see a glimpse of the sun earlier this morning, but it's mostly cloudy now and minus 5C., with a bit of a wind. Forecast is suggesting we might see some snow flurries over the next few days.
Similar view as yesterday although this morning the docks are white. A mixture of frost and a dusting of snow. Minus 3C this morning and it does feel colder than previous mornings. The ground is beginning to get hard. Temperatures won't get much better throughout the...
Well, it's typical November weather, cloudy and grey, 0C this morning. It is another good day to be outside getting those outdoor items crossed off the "to do list". Today's list includes moving firewood for our outdoor wood stove, putting up the snow fence to protect...
Although yesterday was a windy, rainy day it was a productive day. We installed new solar batteries for our solar at the main camp. These are gel batteries and should produce consistent power and have a longer life than the old batteries. The stormy weather has moved...
Well, yesterday was a perfect day to get the trusses to the island. They were loaded up onto the pontoon boat then it was a slow ride to the island. But winds were minimal so the journey was smooth. Now Don will wait till weather improves to get the trusses in place....
Today is finally the day the trusses will make it to the island. Weather conditions are favourable, not much wind, looking for a high of 8C with plenty of sun. It looks like we may be in for some nasty weather beginning tomorrow. There might even be some snow before...
This photo shows the clouds of yesterday afternoon. They looked like waves on a lake but in the sky. Maybe is was trying to predict the weather that is to come. Yesterday was not the day to move the trusses to the island, but it was a day to cross off some other jobs...
Our sunrise this morning, 1C with a bit of a wind. It is nice to have it mild, great to be outside in weather like this. Don picked up the tresses as planned and maybe we'll get them hauled to the island today.
Weather conditions were perfect yesterday so Don got Pettit 1 dock moved for the winter and he brought the side-by-side back from the portage. It's another mild morning, plus 4C, cloudy with some fog. Don will pick up the trusses for the addition to The Island...
This is what our day will look like, cloudy and grey. Don is hoping to get up to Pettit 1 to move the docks for the winter. Hope the wind doesn't pick up. Yesterday was a rainy day, we're glad to see some puddles this morning.
Notice where the sun is rising now, it's in the middle of the island. The days are slowly getting shorter but there's still plenty of work to be done. Yesterday, Don went to the outposts and removed the docks at Mount and Pettit 2 so they won't be damaged when the ice...
Today, take a few moments to remember those who fought in such difficult wars so that we could have the life we live today.
When you wake up before sunrise.... Looks like it is going to be a gorgeous November day. Minus 2C earlier but temperatures are expected to reach a high of plus 8C. Yes, this is November and we are loving the warmth although we could use some rain, lake levels...
This group of hunters were fortunate to harvest this bull moose a few days into their hunt. One of the hunters also harvested a bear. It's a foggy morning here at Manion Lake. It's difficult to see the shoreline and you definitely can't see the island. Don spent...
Graham harvested this bull moose earlier in October. We have a group of hunters currently hunting, they've been enjoying some nice fall days but haven't been successful yet. Don is hoping to get some more gravel hauled for our road, filling in those holes. Happy...
This is the kind of morning we woke up to, misty and 7C. Don is hoping to get some gravel hauled for our road today, fill in some of those holes. He usually does this just before we get a lot of rain and or snow. Hope this doesn't happen just yet.
Welcome to Daylight Savings Time! Another beautiful sunrise, nice to see the sun sparkling off the lake. Yesterday, Don and Allison got some more outside jobs completed, today might be more relaxing.
Wow, here we are the first of November, exactly where did October go! It's a frosty morning, -7C the sun is sparkling off the lake as is the fog. The lake is looking thicker, indication that the water is cold.
I'm late in posting this picture as it was taken on our Thanksgiving weekend - October 13th. Two groups of hunters had a successful hunt, each harvesting a bull moose. One of the hunters also did a little bear hunting. This past weekend was spent getting some jobs on...
Don always has projects on the go to keep him busy. He's working on adding an addition to the cabin on The Island. Yesterday was spend building walls, today they will be put in place. We had some significant rain yesterday afternoon, rain that was much needed. Today...
Whether it's been the Hunter's October Moon or the Northern Lights, the night sky has been beautiful. Last evenings moon was lighting up the lake, temperatures were warm 16C but it was very windy. Many leaves have been blown off the trees but the fall colours are...
It was a good fishing trip in late September. Summer like weather made the trip pleasant, catching big fish even better. This past weekend we took many of our rental boats out of the water as high winds were bashing them against the docks. How that the season is...
Aaron harvested this bull last week. Although weather conditions were not quite that favourable, the archery hunt was very successful. Temperatures are definitely fall like, there was heavy fog over the lake this morning. Once again, last night, the Northern Lights...
As predicted the Northern Lights were out is full force last night due to strong solar flares and a very clear sky. And we didn't have to wake up in the middle of the night to view them. Although there is one more week for archery moose hunting our hunters have all...
Stan and his grandson Jackson hold up the catch of the day for their group. And how did it get to be October already? Yesterday was once again another beautiful day although it was quite windy. Many leaves have been blown off the trees. This morning it was 5C, sunny...
Richard harvested this bull moose yesterday morning. Despite the hot temperatures the moose have been active. This morning was pleasant, 5C with a slight breeze. Temperatures today will once again be summer like. Temperatures will begin to return to normal fall like...
This was Jackson's first time fishing at Hyatt's and it didn't disappoint him. He enjoyed landing this huge northern. It was yet another gorgeous morning, fog rising off the lake as the sun rose. Moose hunters love these kind of mornings.
We have been having some gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. Lately, as the sun sets, the sun has been reflecting off the cabin on the island. You would think someone had the lights on. This morning was yet another beautiful morning. Warm with no wind at all. The hunters...
Another gorgeous morning, this was before sunrise. It's going to be a warm day, another day that will feel more like summer than fall. The hunters aren't impressed with this type of weather. Fishermen are likely pleased with it though.
Greg harvested this bull moose Sunday. Weather conditions have been favourable for hunting. No rain, not a lot of wind and temperatures have been comfortable. The hunters have been hearing and seeing moose so that’s good. Temperatures are going to heat up by the end...
Not much beats a sunrise, a good way to start the day. It's a little windy, there's a chop on the lake but the sun is shining off it.
Mark had a fantastic time bringing in this northern that had been chasing a walleye that was on his line. Although you don't catch them often, there are plenty of huge northern in the lakes. Today's the first full day of autumn. The archery moose hunt is in full swing...
Cam caught this obese bass just the other day, I would love to know what it had been eating. Yesterday was another sizzling hot day but early this morning we thunderstorms with heavy rain roll through and temperatures have moderated a bit. Today will be a mix of sun...
A full harvest moon over Manion Lake last night. It's hard to understand "harvest" as we've been having such unusually hot weather. For the past week we've experienced above seasonal temperatures and it doesn't really cool off much over night. We had some good storms...
Just another gorgeous sunrise over Manion Lake. Mist is rising off the lake but water temperature is still fairly warm. Daytime temperatures are mid summer like, 28C for the next few days.
This 40 inch northern pike put up a strong fight, an exciting time landing it. It's a beautiful morning, sun is shining. It's going to be a perfect day for fishing.