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May 1
Florida    
 
Myakka State Park
This is a great place to hike on flat ground under beautiful southern tree canopies.  A boardwalk out into the marsh makes for great bird and small animal watching.  Plenty of alligators line the shorelines. There are also rental cabins and campgrounds.  You can take a boat ride down the river...
Written by donandjanet 1 May 2008, 14h48 (Photos:9)
Oct 31
Michigan    
 
More Animals and Birds of Upper Michigan
This is a continuation of the last upload I did.  More animals and birds we saw from our hikes in July 2007.
Written by donandjanet 31 October 2007, 21h07 (Photos:5 | Comments:1)
Michigan    
 
Animals and Birds of Upper Michigan area
This summer, July 2007,  we seemed to be at the right place at the right time several times and were able to capture animals and birds of all kinds on our various hikes!   All you animal lovers out there - Enjoy! 
Written by donandjanet 31 October 2007, 20h39 (Photos:4)
Aug 8
Michigan    
 
Iroquois Point
Iroquois Point Lighthouse sits on the shores of Whitefish Bay which is connected to Lake Superior.  This hike was along the shore of Whitefish Bay and the Lighthouse itself.  1000 footer Lake Freighters and Ocean Going Vessels all sail by this beach.  Whether they are traveling up or down all pass through the Soo...
Written by donandjanet 8 August 2007, 16h07 (Photos:13)
Aug 6
Michigan    
 
Fayette - Ghost Town Under Restoration
Fayette, Michigan is a ghost town which is undergoing restoration to the original buildings and houses of this historic town.  It was once one of the most productive iron-smelting operations in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.  Huge furnaces, an extensive dock and several kilns used to be in operation...
Written by donandjanet 6 August 2007, 20h22 (Photos:11)
Michigan    
 
Dollarville Dam
This is a very short hike which takes you back to the dam.  It is popular with bird watchers and fishermen.  We saw several beautiful flowers along the way.
Written by donandjanet 6 August 2007, 16h00 (Photos:8)
Michigan    
 
Cut River Bridge Lake Michigan
This short hike took us down the side of the bank along the Cut River to the shoreline of Lake Michigan.  The Cut River leads in to Lake Michigan. 
Written by donandjanet 6 August 2007, 15h35 (Photos:7)
May 10
Utah    
10 Jan 05
Zion Canyon
This place was absolutely awesome!  You enter in the bottom of the canyon, so you are greeted with the beautiful straight up rock walls, raging rivers, and more!  We did several small hikes.  Our favorite would be the hike to behind the small falls.  We also saw several deer on this hike.  The outstanding...
Written by donandjanet 10 May 2007, 14h52 (Photos:11)
Mar 8
Nevada    
 
Valley of Fire
The Valley of Fire was named for its beautiful orangish red fire colored stone formations.  We have visited Valley of Fire a few times, in different seasons.  We found the early winter season to be very fascinating.  Being that is is in the desert, you would find cactus in the snow.  Also, whatever was facing...
Written by donandjanet 8 March 2007, 14h59 (Photos:13)
Feb 25
Michigan    
 
Taquahmenon Falls
A simply wonderful stroll through the woods, up and down a few hills, along the Taquahmenon River.  4 miles one way.  We hiked from the lower to the upper falls.  Hike from the lower to upper falls or vice versa.  The Lower Falls photos are from 2001,. Summertime Upper Falls are from August 2006 (the...
Written by donandjanet 25 February 2007, 01h54 (Photos:9 | Comments:2)