The first week back in the Great White North was a challenge for both of us as we expected the snow to be gone, and the temperatures above freezing. When the mercury finally did rise and the sun appeared in a clear blue sky on Saturday morning we decided it was time for a little road trip to enjoy the outdoors.
One of our favorites is the Deer Trail circle route. While we normally take in the fall colours, springtime is just as spectacular.
We stopped to check out the Little White River and not surprisingly the first words out of John's mouth was "I should've brought my kayak!"
Seeing the rapids below, he began to drool. He once again reminded me how much he regretted not bringing his kayak, but that he'd be sure to mention it to Grant, Jim, Sue, Ron, June, Rae, Jean-Guy...well, you get the idea. He's gonna tell EVERYONE!
Because our trip was spur of the moment we didn't think to bring lawn chairs, so the van did double duty during our lunch break. The first thing we noticed was the absolute peace and serenity. John soaked up a few rays, while I enjoyed the bug-free outdoors.
It was a lovely, relaxing lunch spot. Next we stopped at the one-lane bridge that travels over the Little White. Check out the impressive rock cliffs in the background. (John's standing in the middle of the bridge to give you some idea of scale.)
Here's another example of rock cliffs next to the highway.
I literally shouted for John to pull over when I spotted this waterfall next to the road. The rocks glistened in the sun...and it's Mother Nature at her best! Come July this waterfall will be all but a memory.
Our next stop: Constance Lake, home of many cottages and still frozen. Shiver.
Just north of Iron Bridge the forest and Canadian Shield gives way to farmland.
Further west is a look out over the Little White. I love this shot John took of the trees stranded on the rocks.
All in all it was a great day, great road trip, and great day in the Great White North with SMILES all around.
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