Three Degrees Celsius

Spectacular cliffs and bountiful wildlife highlights the coastline from Pigeon River to Thunder Bay. We were delighted to have spotted two Peregrine Falcon nests perched along towering cliffs - a sign that their populations are hopefully rebounding. This year, we purposely departed on our expedition in June instead of May thinking that it might be warmer. Unfortunately, summer on the northern shore of Lake Superior doesn't seem to be here yet. The temperature of the lake is three degrees Celsius and it seems the shoreline isn't much warmer. Yesterday, while paddling along, we spotted a huge slab of ice hanging from the rocky shore. We were mentally prepared for summer, good thing we packed for winter! Yeah for down jackets, sleeping bags and booties! We sure hope it warms up soon.