Nov 16 2011-Starting A Family

Joanne and I have been married for over a year now, and it's time to start a family of our own. A trip to the SPCA and poof- instant family.

Meet DJ

Meet Havoc.

Are they not too cute?

Nov 15 2011-Hardy Lake Trails

We went to check out the Hardy Lake Trails today. Yes, there is a map this time! The sky was blue, the temperature was cool, and there was a fair breeze.

A view of the north end of the lake.

Beaver pond # 1

Beaver pond # 2. A great 3 km walk and we did not get lost!

Nov 9 2011-Porcupine Ridge-Lost!

We went to Porcupine Ridge for a late afternoon walk. A very challenging walk. Up and down steep trails and it started to rain.

It continued to rain, and started to get dark. It was at this time we realized we were sorta lost. Joanne was a little worried about finding our way back out before total darkness set in. Quote of the day- " I don't like you very much right now "

We came across this nice deer who said "Follow me, I'll show you the way out"

We were a little wet, but we made it. Next time ( if I can talk Joanne into it ) we will take a map!

Nov 8 2011-Insulating Udo's Attic

Today, Udo is insulating his attic, and my job is to load the hopper while he climbs around in a tiny space. First, we must move all the bags of insulation ----- ---down to here. I'm ready.

Here comes the human condom!

Before,

And after. It only took a couple of hours and the job was done. Glad I could help!

Nov 2 2011-High Falls Trail

The High Falls Trail is a very short and scenic trail. This is the first set of falls. Another view of the first falls.

This is the second set of falls entering the Muskoka River.

This is High Falls. Not a lot of water coming over the falls at this time.

Another view of High Falls. We would really like to come back in the spring and see the difference. Like I said, a very sort and scenic trail. Highly recommended!

Oct 25 2011-Getting The Boat Dressed For Winter

It's that time of the year again to get the Walkabout dressed for winter. First, we take off the summer outfit.

Then we build the frame.

Tie down all the framework,

And put on the winter clothes. Done!

Oct 22 2011-My Birthday Continues

My birthday continues. Joanne decided to throw me a surprise birthday party. Barry and Angie, Diane and Floyd, and Marg and Mike showed up. Nice surprise! I got another cake from Joanne. Fortunately, there were not too many candles, and I managed to blow them all out.

I got a bottle of chocolate syrup and a nice new sweater from Diane and Floyd.

I got a new tackle box from Marg and Mike.

And I got a tackle box full of fishing tackle from Barry and Angie. Thank you everyone. It was a great birthday!

Oct 21 2011-It's Still my Birthday!

It's still my birthday! After opening up my gifts, Joanne told me that we were going to the new Chinese Buffet Restaurant for supper. We met some friends of ours and invited them to join us.

After finding out it was my birthday, our waiter brought me a surprise dessert.

Because it was my birthday, our friends insisted on paying the tab. Very nice of them to do this!

Heading out the door with a full belly. Nice dinner and a nice surprise!

Oct 21 2011-It's My Birthday

Today is my birthday! I got balloons from Joanne. I got a new T-shirt from Udo.

I got a birthday cake from the staff at the store.

I got a new rechargeable spot-light for the boat from Joanne.

And I got a singing birthday card and a gift certificate for Bass Pro shop from Joanne. Happy Birthday to me!

Oct 11 2011-A Drive Around Muskoka

After leaving the boat at Udo's, we decided to take a drive around Muskoka. It was a beautiful warm day. We stopped at Halfway Lake and made a few casts. Then we stopped at Moot Lake to try our luck.

We drove around Ril Lake, Echo Lake, Dickie Lake, Wildcat Lake and ended up in Baysville.

From there we drove to Dorset to see Robinsons General store.

On the way home we enjoyed a great sunset. Nice relaxing way to enjoy Muskoka!