Late February Boating

Rainbow over Sitka

Overcast to mostly cloudy with showers and a minor sun breaks. Light to moderate winds, temperatures in the 40s. Snow level was down to around 2500 feet (maybe lower in places). I had thought today would be devoted mostly to inside work, but an invitation to get out on the boat changed things. Paul and … Read more

Getting Out in the Rain

Rainy Day View from Verstovia Trail

Heavy overcast with rain throughout the day. Temperatures in the 40s and moderate to gusty winds. The forecast called for winds gusting to 50mph this morning. I don’t think anything quite so strong hit town. Reviewing the weather reporting for the day, it appears the peak gust at the airport was 41mph between 5am and … Read more

Swan Lake Divers

Hooded Merganser

Generally overcast with a bit of sun shining through this afternoon. Periods of rain. Light to moderate winds and temperatures in the 40s. When the sun peaked through this afternoon, I decided to go for a bike ride instead of a drive. My bike has not seen much use in recent months. I realized that … Read more

Verstovia Trail Bryophytes

Pogonatum contortum

Overcast with periods of light rain. I decided to go up Verstovia while on my call this morning. My legs felt a little heavy heading up the trail. Perhaps it was the Thursday and Friday Verstovia walks plus running around for frisbee on Saturday. Whatever the reason, it didn’t seem to be too much of … Read more