Last Spring I hiked along the Overlook Trail in Jamaica State Park.
This time I ventured out with Chicago-daughter
- on showshoes.
It was a beautiful, sunny day - the first part of the trail follows the West River.
You can see it behind the trees - the reflection is so bright, it almost looks like snow.
-and a rare photo of me with Chicago-daughter
- wow it sure feels different on this side of the camera!
A kind lady saw me shooting photos of the river and offered to take a picture for us.
I'm hesitant to hand over my camera (you know, you can take the girl out of the city...)
but then - the image of a chase scene on snowshoes came to mind...
This is the section of the river called "the dumplings"
The snow on top of these boulders makes them look a bit more like marshmallows.
This was my first snowshoeing adventure, but it won't be my last.
I enjoyed it far more than I expected - and - I'm not nearly as klutzy on snowshoes as I am on skis.
great shot of the two of you! looks like great fun and great exercise!
ReplyDeleteAs I've said before, I have been living my snowy dream vicariously through your blog :)
ReplyDeleteLove your snowy landscapes and your smiling faces. We have many pairs of snowshoes, but I do prefer my touring skis if we have "good" snow. I have trails right out my back door here in CO.
ReplyDeleteI've never been on skis or snowshoes & I'm not sure how klutzy I'd be, but I'm naturally klutzy, so I'm thinkin probably not that well! LoL! Love all the snow & the river in the background!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about voluntarily handing my camera over to a stranger... not a good idea in my book, either... I've turned down the offer, too. such a shame it has to be that way, isn't it
Great photos! It looks like a lot of fun. I've never been on snowshoes but I really want to try them out.
ReplyDeleteOK, got to ask. Which one is the daughter? :-}
ReplyDeleteLooks like it was a fun day!
ReplyDeleteYou both look beautiful! Looks like fun.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful area to snowshoe. I've been a few times this year, I always enjoy getting the shoes out.
ReplyDeleteThe photos are beautiful and it looks like you two are having fun. I have never been on snowshoes. I would like to try it but I don't think this old body would like it.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had a wonderful day! If someone offers to take a photo I always take them up on it. My hubby doesn't take photos, and I have to make a conscious effort to hand him the camera every once in a while so we'll know I was actually along on the trip. Years ago I got home from one trip and realized I wasn't in a single shot--who knows who he made that trip with!
ReplyDeleteSunshine, snow, crisp cold water - these have it all!
ReplyDeleteLovely photo of the two of you!
Would so love to have that much snow. :)
Wonderful atmosphere in this scenic countryside! Beautiful light!
ReplyDeleteGreat shot of you and your daughter. The snowshoeing sounds like fun, pretty scenery. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteseems like a fine day for the two of you. :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful scenery, and snowshoeing sounds like such fun- and great exercise!
ReplyDeleteNice scenic views on a sunny day. It's been hard to find the sun here.
ReplyDeletewhat a great photo of you and chicago daughter...i too was envisioning a chase on snowshoes haha...beautiful photos!
ReplyDeleteYaY! so glad you joined! Thank you =)
ReplyDeleteLove the shot of the two of you! I have never tried snowshoes but it sounds fun.
ReplyDeleteI started snowshoeing last year and love it, too. I'm glad you took a chance on a stranger with your camera because what a great photo of you and your daughter! Makes me want to get outside in the snow here today.
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your wonderful pics of you and your daughter enjoying time together. I love how you call her Chicago-daughter because I have a Chicago-daughter as well.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo of you and your daughter. Neat that you've found a new and healthy hobby. :)
ReplyDeleteOh I just had to check out your snowshoe stories. Love the shot of your daughter and yourself. I can see you chasing the camera stealer now:) you would win I am sure. I am enjoying your blog and your wilderness shots. Awesome. I am happy I found you or you found me I forget:) B
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