Fall in Algonquin

Despite almost 3 days of high wind, torrential downpours and totally unpredictable weather, we had a great time in Algonquin this past weekend.  When the rain got too heavy it put a damper on my photography capers but I had my camera's raincoat so we set off to see what we could see.

The highlight of the trip were two bull moose on Opeongo Road. One was sleeping quite close to us, but unfortunately behind several layers of foliage.  Manual focus finally kicked in for a few shots and I was able to get an outline of the antlers.  What you see here is only a fraction of the size of his headgear. 

Once in a while he would lift up his head and we onlookers could only gasp.  Beautiful, powerful and magestic beasts!

I love shooting in the fall and throughout the winter, more than any other time of year.  Although we missed prime time for Algonquin's fall colours, we still had lots to enjoy.  Fall really highlights what earth tones are all about.

On both Sunday and Monday I found this heron on Opeongo Road, in different areas.  Hopefully he will migrate soon - it was already starting to get chilly!

The rain and dark skies presented Algonquin in a different light.

This was the cottage we would have stayed in if we'd spent more money on accomodations.  Instead we chose to stay in the cute cabin on the same property.

This is the real owner of the cottage.  He has homes in every nook and cranny outside the property (and I suspect inside the walls too!).

A couple of tired pooches (who are still exhausted today!) had a great time.

Bye to Algonquin for another season.  Hope to see you in the winter!