We very much enjoyed our rambles around Manitoulin Island where we discovered beautifully clear, lovely lakes.
Walking along on well-worn footpaths near the lake was delightful. It was wonderful to be able to admire the water quality, the birds and the utter tranquility.
We experienced a few black flies but there was a light breeze that kept them down on that day!
Happy Friday.
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I’ve been really enjoying these posts. I’ve been on the Michigan/US side of Lake Huron, so seeing the Manitoulin/Canadian side is fascinating. Looks beautiful!
-Luke
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I’m glad you like them, Luke. Yes, geographically they would have a lot in common but not as much population. It definitely is beautiful and seems like it might be something of a secret, too. Cheers.
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The water looks beautiful, especially on a sunny day.
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It was very inviting and there were a couple of people paddle boarding, but we just admired.
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Your photos and description sure make Manitoulin Island look appealing 😊
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We think it’s beautiful. Something of a secret, perhaps. There seem to be lots of summer cottages but it would be rather inaccessible for weekenders, though.
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Looks like a lovely day Lynette. Happy Friday. Allan
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It was, Allan. Thank you very much.
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I spent one evening in South Carolina–with all their flying critters–and realize I’m not made for those environments. I’m glad your black flies were quiet that day.
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My patience for – as you say so well – flying critters, has grown very short. My home in British Columbia is rather bug-free, and you can walk or sit comfortably outside in the evenings without having to resort to all manner of bug protections. Ontario, on the other hand, is a veritable encyclopedia of all kinds of little biting vampires!
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Looks like a lovely, bug free day!
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It was a very pretty day, Tricia. 😊
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Lovely sun patterns on the lake bottom
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Yes, I really enjoyed looking at those. Very serene.
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The water looks nice and clear!
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It was beautiful, Anneli. I was tempted to go paddling around, but while it was a nice day, it still wasn’t warm enough for that!
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I was wondering about that, after the thought crossed my mind that it would be nice to dip in.
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It was definitely enticing!
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