Saturday Snapshot is hosted by Melinda at West Metro Mommy Reads.
Last weekend, my husband and I managed a short getaway to the nearby New Jersey Pinelands (aka Pine Barrens - I think they are trying to do some rebranding!). We camped at Atsion Lake in the Wharton State Forest and enjoyed kayaking. Unfortunately, we also endured an unexpected, heavy rainstorm and very noisy neighbors, but the kayaking was lovely, and we both enjoyed some extra reading time! Here are some highlights - the lake was completely calm, creating a glass-like reflection:
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| Sunset view of the lake from our campsite |
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| Perfect reflection while kayaking |
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| Kayaking through the clouds (my husband) |
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| First signs of fall (even though it is still HOT) |
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| Cloud reflections |
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| Red bush reflected in the lake |
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| The requisite kayaking selfie! |
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| Fog on the lake after the rainstorm at dusk |
Hope you are having a wonderful weekend! Supposed to be above 90 degrees here tomorrow - I though yesterday was the first day of fall!?!
Thanks for sharing. I've heard about the Pine Barrens...and I think a name change is probably in order. LOL. Beautiful! Here are MY SATURDAY SNAPSHOTS
ReplyDeleteha ha - probably a good idea! It's also known as the home of the Jersey Devil, a Big Foot type creature!
DeleteI love reflections, and you captured some beautiful ones. I've only been kayaking once (on Lake Union, Washington) but I'd love to go again, especially after seeing your photos. Looks like such a serene and beautiful way to explore.
ReplyDeleteMy Saturday Snapshot post features a hike to Stan’s Overlook.
Oh, definitely go again! We have gone sea kayaking a number of times (including on the West coast, near Monterey, CA) & that is fun, too, but it's also nice to get out onto lakes & ponds in the smaller kayaks. I hope you get to go again soon!
DeleteThe reflections of the sky in the water are beautiful! He did seem to be "kayaking through the clouds"!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I just loved that optical illusion!
DeleteLooks like a very relaxing break. I love the reflections of clouds on the still water.
ReplyDeleteThanks! That part was relaxing - the pouring rain & noisy neighbors, not so much.
DeleteThat looks lovely. I'm always a bit disappointed when it rains when we're at the lake.
ReplyDeleteYes, what made it worse was the surprise - the forecast showed no rain at all & sunny skies!
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