Petrie Island

It was another gorgeous, albeit somewhat cool, day (8C) in the nation's capital and we opted to take full advantage of this fall weather and headed to Petrie Island for a walk. 

Two Days & Two Walks = Two Very Happy Canadians

We've had to pinch ourselves this week. On two consecutive days we've gone for two glorious walks and to put it bluntly we're two very happy Canadians. 

Thanksgiving in Elliot Lake, & Then Back to Ottawa

The week following our adventure on Endikai Lake was rather dismal with mostly overcast skies and plenty of rain, but as we were packing up to return to Ottawa for the winter we were grateful for this incredible summer and content to celebrate a quiet Thanksgiving in the north.

Endikai Lake

On October 6 John suggested we return to Endikai Lake with our motor boat (rather than the kayaks) as he thought the fall colours would be lovely. Talk about an understatement. Not only were the leaves impressive as we headed north of town, but so was everything else. Mother Nature truly outdid herself on this day. 

Lake Huron's Northern Shore Boat Cruise

On Tuesday, October 5 the wind was calm enough and the weather picture perfect so we took our 14.5' aluminum boat out on Lake Huron. Although John has kayaked the north shore numerous times, this was a first for the both of us. Ahoy, me hearties!

Serpent Harbour

Elliot Lake: Jewel in the Wilderness

This past September marked the 19th anniversary of our decision to retire and move north to Elliot Lake. It's not quite in the centre of Canada, and some folks might regard it as being in the middle of nowhere, but its close proximity to two of the Great Lakes is pretty awesome to our way of thinking.

Lake Superior Road Trip: Day 5 - Wawa to Elliot Lake

The final day of our mini road trip featured cool temperatures, but glorious sunshine as we said goodbye to the Wawa Canada Goose and headed south toward Elliot Lake.