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The stars are always above us, swirling in the vast reaches of space, hidden by clouds or, more frequently, by light, that of the sun or of man-made light. We walked last night in a dark campground. The occasional light shone from a fire or lantern, but the darkness was deep. The Big Dipper looked ready to pour out its starlight, and straight above the Milky Way spread itself twinkling over our heads. |
In a small creek the Kokanee salmon are beginning to spawn, their bodies turning bright red as they struggle upstream to their birthplace Kokanee are a type of freshwater salmon living in lakes rather than in the ocean
Okanagan Lake stretches for 135 kilometres. It’s a popular destination for vacations with its dry hot summers, and an increasingly popular place for living year round. I’m so glad there are park lands set aside for everyone to enjoy.
How lovely to catch the night skies while out camping. I see the Big Dipper so rarely these days. What a treat for you. I used to love looking for it on dark nights growing up on the farm; as you said, it was like it poured out starlight. We did the Loch Ness tour when we were there in 2016. It was part of the tour, otherwise the pair of us wouldn't have gone. A little underwhelming, but still fun to imagine the 'possibilities'. Happy long weekend, Lorrie!
ReplyDeleteThe night sky in such a setting is priceless. Enjoy every minute!
ReplyDeleteI remember lying on my back in deepest France, gazing at the canopy of stars. You have such lovely regions to explore.
ReplyDeleteDearest Lorrie,
ReplyDeleteThose indeed are scraggly pines!
The Canadian lake is the big winner with its clear water and lovely surroundings.
Freshwater salmon is beautiful in color at their spawn time!
Hugs,
Mariette
How beautiful to see the night sky, in wonderful British Colombia. We used to see myriads of stars at night as I grew up, but alas that is no longer the case. The salmon is so pretty in the water, a special sight to see also. Enjoy your camping, which sounds like a real treat. PS exciting for you to see Loch Ness too.
ReplyDeleteWe have been fortunate to camp in a few areas where the sky was pitch black and so many stars visible. It truly is amazing.
ReplyDeleteHi Lorrie~ Beautiful post!! What a blessing to live where you can still see the stars, and, especially the Milky Way! Your picture is so pretty! I remember seeing Kokanee when I was a little girl. We had a cabin next to a reservoir. On a bridge going over the water, you could always see Kokanee in the fall. That photo brought back a lot of memories. You really live in such a beautiful area! Enjoy your time there! Hugs, Barb
ReplyDeleteI’m smiling that you have a Loch Ness. So many British place names made their way over to Canada. It certainly has a moody look of a Scottish loch. B x
ReplyDeleteNo matter how many photos and times I've tried, I can never capture the stars. Bravo to you! What gorgeous views you have shared today!
ReplyDeleteWe should put Okanagan Lake on our travel list since it is so close to where we live. We will be close to Loch Ness soon but it isn't on our Scotland itinerary this time around. We will see plenty of lesser known lochs! We have not seen Nessy or any other creatures. Maybe this September...
ReplyDeleteI guess you can't help but look out at the water in hopes of seeing something! We have a skunk ape here in the forest that people talk about seeing. I love the first photo. I couldn't believe it was real...it's so perfect!
ReplyDeleteYou have so many nice places to explore. I also went on Loch Ness and Fiords in Norway beautiful places!
ReplyDeleteI have never seen these mythical creatures, but I have a handmade mug featuring the Loch Ness monster!
ReplyDeleteI did enjoy your 'Friday Favourites' all look lovely, especially your first one, the night sky.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
That is one thing I miss about living in the country . . . the visibility of the stars and planets in the night sky. Your photo of the Big Dipper is wonderful! You are an artist with your lens and with your words!
ReplyDeleteI love how you capture the beauty of your province, from the starry skies to the Kokanee salmon. Okanagan Lake sounds like a true treasure! Your mention of Loch Ness made me smile — we often forget the magic in our own backyard. I haven't seen any mythical creatures yet, but I'm always hoping!
ReplyDeleteLovely pictures from lovely places!
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I have been noticing the stars in the early morning hour this week, so magical. Okanagan Lake has been on my list of places to see for a long time. I think I got close once, but not close enough to see the water as we drove through cherry orchards.
ReplyDeleteOh no! I forgot the comment was from me, Marilyn M.
ReplyDeleteLoch Ness and our beautiful Canadian lakes deserve respect annd admiration, each on their own terms. I have spent many happy days in the Scottish Highlands, an area with irresistible charm.
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