More snow and a brisk breeze out of the NW - got about a third of the roof clearing done yesterday. Good cardio but more work than anticipated. I'm taking today off - going to watch some TV and catch up on the Olympics.
Have to figure out the`software and get some pics up for Wolfe too.
The dog is sick and I want to keep an eye on him as well.
On the fishing side, got my hands on some silver June Bug spinners so i"m going to get some rigs built too.
See ya tomorrow.
McQ
Back at the Gouin
Saturday, still snowing but no wind to speak of. Taking a bit of time to get the animal hair balls collected, these animals sure do like to spread themselves around, LOL. As the snow keeps building up I know exactly what the next few days will entail, great exercise moving that white stuff from place to place but I'd rather go fishing.
Mother nature has a way of looking after things, when I first arrived my concern was there not being much snow on the ground - what a difference 10 days makes. The ground cover has doubled and if the heavens continue to dump the load spring runoff should be very good resulting in high water come season opener.
The partridge made an appearance this morning, it's not roosting in the birch tree, just flying up for a bit of breakfast on the buds.
Dinner tonight is deer chops, found a package when I checked the freezer yesterday, roasted potatoes, carrots/turnip and my special blue berry sauce to sweeten things up. Smacking my lips just telling you guys about it.
No issues to deal with - all systems are go, so,
see ya tomorrow
McQ
Mother nature has a way of looking after things, when I first arrived my concern was there not being much snow on the ground - what a difference 10 days makes. The ground cover has doubled and if the heavens continue to dump the load spring runoff should be very good resulting in high water come season opener.
The partridge made an appearance this morning, it's not roosting in the birch tree, just flying up for a bit of breakfast on the buds.
Dinner tonight is deer chops, found a package when I checked the freezer yesterday, roasted potatoes, carrots/turnip and my special blue berry sauce to sweeten things up. Smacking my lips just telling you guys about it.
No issues to deal with - all systems are go, so,
see ya tomorrow
McQ
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wolfe
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Hey McQ,
sounds like all systems are a go and your settled in nicely.
How is the dog?
You mentioned you had some snow. Today is our first sunny day here in about a week. Boy does it ever make a difference in my mood. We're up a bit above freezing and put that together with the sunshine and I'm ready to break the boat out.
Anyway, whatever the weather, enjoy your solitude and nature's beauty!
W.
sounds like all systems are a go and your settled in nicely.
How is the dog? You mentioned you had some snow. Today is our first sunny day here in about a week. Boy does it ever make a difference in my mood. We're up a bit above freezing and put that together with the sunshine and I'm ready to break the boat out.
Anyway, whatever the weather, enjoy your solitude and nature's beauty!
W.
Late checking in today - the 2' of powder snow we received looks pretty but man combined with wind has ruined all the trails and hid the soft spots. Spent 2 hours this morning digging the snow machine out of a hole beside the house and another hour after I buried it in a drift, finally got 2 loads of wood in then decided to try and get some definition to the existing runs - you guessed it, hit another soft spot climbing the hill behind the house. Spent another hour trying to get it free and finally gave up, I'm exhausted and will get it out tomorrow
Wolfe, Boomers OK, something he ate other than from the food bowl maybe, I'll have some pics up tomorrow - finally figured out what to do.
I'm a bit worried about picking up Ronnie late on Friday - it's a fifty KM run to meet them at the Glova Rd. intersection the access road hasn't been plowed this year and no trail. For sure the same conditions are to be expected and I'm really not comfortable to be possibly facing a long walk at night and no shelter other than here or in Parent 90 Kms away.
I'm obviously in the penalty box after lazing away yesterday - LOL
No partridge this morning - miss my bit of coffee time watching the antics.
I'll post in the morning after I get the machine free.
See ya then
McQ
Wolfe, Boomers OK, something he ate other than from the food bowl maybe, I'll have some pics up tomorrow - finally figured out what to do.
I'm a bit worried about picking up Ronnie late on Friday - it's a fifty KM run to meet them at the Glova Rd. intersection the access road hasn't been plowed this year and no trail. For sure the same conditions are to be expected and I'm really not comfortable to be possibly facing a long walk at night and no shelter other than here or in Parent 90 Kms away.
I'm obviously in the penalty box after lazing away yesterday - LOL
No partridge this morning - miss my bit of coffee time watching the antics.
I'll post in the morning after I get the machine free.
See ya then
McQ
Good news you being there in May. We arrive the 29th for a week.
I'll have all the shore lunch gear with me again so you will have to join us for eats.
I bought another boat yesterday and will be bringing it up with me for trials if I can figure out how to put a skirt around the hull to protect from stone chips.
It's an older Grady-White Tournament, but it is in fabulous condition(for now) and I can't wait to get it in the water with the new 997c si Sylvie got me for Christmas. Walleye don't stand a chance.
Take care and maybe we'll see you in Carp.
Dan
I'll have all the shore lunch gear with me again so you will have to join us for eats.
I bought another boat yesterday and will be bringing it up with me for trials if I can figure out how to put a skirt around the hull to protect from stone chips.
It's an older Grady-White Tournament, but it is in fabulous condition(for now) and I can't wait to get it in the water with the new 997c si Sylvie got me for Christmas. Walleye don't stand a chance.
Take care and maybe we'll see you in Carp.
Dan
Back at the Gouin (pics added)
Finally got the machine dug out - refilled the gas cans for the generator and had a great lunch. A bit tired after all the shoveling but happy - I'm now back in transportation.
Here's a few pics to go along with the story so far
Home
Interior
View to the south
Snow curl on the wood shed
My next job - clear this roof
The hole!!!!!!!!!
Ready to tie some rigs
I'm taking the rest of the day off so
See ya tomorrow
McQ
Here's a few pics to go along with the story so far
Home
Interior
View to the south
Snow curl on the wood shed
My next job - clear this roof
The hole!!!!!!!!!
Ready to tie some rigs
I'm taking the rest of the day off so
See ya tomorrow
McQ
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wolfe
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Hooray, pics!!
WOW, McQ, it looks really gorgeous
I pictured your cabin/cottage to be much more rustic. You aren't living so badly there, are you?! Very comfy, little bachelor pad you've got to yourself.
Making up some colorful new rigs looks A LOT more appealing than attacking that snow covered roof. At least the landing would be padded, should you tumble off. The snow looks significant.
Try to get a pic of Mr. Partridge.
W.
WOW, McQ, it looks really gorgeous
I pictured your cabin/cottage to be much more rustic. You aren't living so badly there, are you?! Very comfy, little bachelor pad you've got to yourself.
Making up some colorful new rigs looks A LOT more appealing than attacking that snow covered roof. At least the landing would be padded, should you tumble off. The snow looks significant.
Try to get a pic of Mr. Partridge.
W.
Very mild today, hovering around zero, got a load of wood in, filled in the holes I made getting the machine unstuck and repacked the trails.
You're right Wolfe it's beautiful, well designed and very functional and Jay, Rosie's in seventh heaven - 5 years in the old place was too long.
Planned to get the roof done today but I've hit a wall, my body won't agree with the mind - there is just no energy left.
Will take it easy today, build some rigs and watch the Olympics. Will have to keep an eye on the big freezer and be ready to switch on some power if need be. Second year in a row where fishing falls off the agenda - COME ON MAY!!!!
There is a real scarcity of wildlife for some reason, the partridge hasn't showed for 2 days, haven't seen a rabbit and this place is full of them - my guess is there is a lynx on the prowl and the small stuff is hunkered down.
That's it for now.
See ya tomorrow
McQ
You're right Wolfe it's beautiful, well designed and very functional and Jay, Rosie's in seventh heaven - 5 years in the old place was too long.
Planned to get the roof done today but I've hit a wall, my body won't agree with the mind - there is just no energy left.
Will take it easy today, build some rigs and watch the Olympics. Will have to keep an eye on the big freezer and be ready to switch on some power if need be. Second year in a row where fishing falls off the agenda - COME ON MAY!!!!
There is a real scarcity of wildlife for some reason, the partridge hasn't showed for 2 days, haven't seen a rabbit and this place is full of them - my guess is there is a lynx on the prowl and the small stuff is hunkered down.
That's it for now.
See ya tomorrow
McQ
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wolfe
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No, no, McQ. The reason there is no wildlife on display is simply because you've got a camera at the ready. Yell out the door tonight, "oh crap, the camera's busted!" and tomorrow morning all the animals will be waltzing in plain sight.McQ wrote: There is a real scarcity of wildlife for some reason....my guess is there is a lynx on the prowl and the small stuff is hunkered down.
McQ
Mild (mid 30'sF) temp's here, and it sounds like the trend is reaching northwards to you. I hear we're supposed to get quite the storm towards week's end, though.
How much snow would you say is on the ground now?
Say HI to Mother Nature for me, McQ.
W.
hey Wolfe...here is a story from Accuweather in the US about the storm for late week:
A powerful storm of historical proportions is aiming at much of the Northeast Thursday into Friday and will follow up to a foot and a half of snow through Wednesday over upstate New York and western New England.
This second storm will be nothing short of a monster. Even in light of the blizzards earlier this winter that targeted the southern mid-Atlantic, this may be the one that people remember the most this winter in parts of New England and the northern mid-Atlantic.
At its peak, the storm will deliver near hurricane-force wind gusts (74 mph) blinding snow falling at the rate of over an inch per hour. For some people in upstate New York and eastern and northern Pennsylvania, this may seem more like a "snow hurricane" rather than a blizzard.
Cities likely to be impacted by heavy snow for all or at least part of the storm include: New York City, Albany, Rochester, Syracuse, Binghamton, Scranton, Allentown, Reading, Williamsport and Burlington.
The storm also deliver heavy rain and flooding northeast of the center of circulation.
The cities of Boston, Providence and Portland may have their hands full with coastal flooding problems.
The combination of wind, heavy rain and heavy snow will lead to extensive power outages and property damage. Where numerous trees and lines are blown down, the power could be out for a week in some areas.
Impacts on travel in the region may be severe. The effects of the storm will lead to flight delays and cancellations. Some major roads may be blocked by snow, downed trees or flooding.
Many schools will be closed or have early dismissals.
Blowout tides caused by strong offshore winds from New Jersey to North Carolina may pose problems for coastal waterway interests.
Exactly where this storm forms and tracks will determine whether you get all snow, all rain, snow to rain or just snow showers. A variance in track of as little as 50 miles will make a difference.
One thing is for sure, most people in the mid-Atlantic and New England will have problems from this storm's strong winds.
Keep checking in at AccuWeather.com for updates on snowfall and other impacts on this potentially very dangerous, destructive storm.
http://www.accuweather.com/regional-new ... eastusnews
A powerful storm of historical proportions is aiming at much of the Northeast Thursday into Friday and will follow up to a foot and a half of snow through Wednesday over upstate New York and western New England.
This second storm will be nothing short of a monster. Even in light of the blizzards earlier this winter that targeted the southern mid-Atlantic, this may be the one that people remember the most this winter in parts of New England and the northern mid-Atlantic.
At its peak, the storm will deliver near hurricane-force wind gusts (74 mph) blinding snow falling at the rate of over an inch per hour. For some people in upstate New York and eastern and northern Pennsylvania, this may seem more like a "snow hurricane" rather than a blizzard.
Cities likely to be impacted by heavy snow for all or at least part of the storm include: New York City, Albany, Rochester, Syracuse, Binghamton, Scranton, Allentown, Reading, Williamsport and Burlington.
The storm also deliver heavy rain and flooding northeast of the center of circulation.
The cities of Boston, Providence and Portland may have their hands full with coastal flooding problems.
The combination of wind, heavy rain and heavy snow will lead to extensive power outages and property damage. Where numerous trees and lines are blown down, the power could be out for a week in some areas.
Impacts on travel in the region may be severe. The effects of the storm will lead to flight delays and cancellations. Some major roads may be blocked by snow, downed trees or flooding.
Many schools will be closed or have early dismissals.
Blowout tides caused by strong offshore winds from New Jersey to North Carolina may pose problems for coastal waterway interests.
Exactly where this storm forms and tracks will determine whether you get all snow, all rain, snow to rain or just snow showers. A variance in track of as little as 50 miles will make a difference.
One thing is for sure, most people in the mid-Atlantic and New England will have problems from this storm's strong winds.
Keep checking in at AccuWeather.com for updates on snowfall and other impacts on this potentially very dangerous, destructive storm.
http://www.accuweather.com/regional-new ... eastusnews
