Monday, February 13, 2012

Fenelon Falls/ Our World

 Trent-Severn Waterway at Fenelon Falls, Ontario

Last Thursday, looking easterly, the water was ice free and very blue reflecting the cloud-free sky.

 Looking in the opposite direction

But looking westerly  to the lake on the other side, there was ice. Here you could see water on the inside of the lock that had leaked through and formed ice.

Icicles below the dam

On the southerly side of the lock, icicles dripped off the dam.

Mural at the station that regulates the locks

But on the northerly side, a mural depicted warmer days, albeit many years ago.

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41 comments:

Yogi♪♪♪ said...

Quite a contrast but it all looks cold. We are having our first snow of the winter. It is not even sticking on the roads and they still cancelled school. Son is doing a happy dance.

Kate said...

The ice makes it feel colder than it probably is. The mural is a good way to change the temperature gauge!

Gill - That British Woman said...

I am sure if we had, had a "normal" winter there would be tons of ice there.

Great shots,

Gill

Jill said...

Love those ice shots.

MadSnapper said...

really cool ice shots and i assume that life preserver is JUST in case someone falls over the wall. and i like that mural

Roan said...

Great shots of the ice. Sure looks cold. The mural is fantastic.

George said...

These are cold -- but beautiful -- scenes.

Penelope Notes said...

Nice to see umbrellas were being used during that time depicted in the mural to protect from the sun. And the frozen mini waterfalls on the leaking lock and under the dam are cold reminders that winter is still hidden in the shadowed nooks and crannies.

Anna said...

The ice patterns in the third image form an interesting image. Love the red accents in this piece!

Susan said...

WOW, beautiful, and I love the mural!

Lowell said...

A very nice series of shots...I'm sure there is a rational explanation why the difference in ice in different places of the same area...

But I'll just enjoy your photos for now.

Paul in Powell River said...

The Trent-Severn system is one continuous photo opportunity, all 4 seasons. Nicely captured.

Unknown said...

The icicle shot is fantastic!

Unknown said...

The icicle shot is fantastic!

Darla said...

Interesting how the ice/water is divided. Like that mural too.

Darla

RedPat said...

Quite the contrast. Cool shots.

Carver said...

It is interesting how much difference it makes looking in different directions.

cieldequimper said...

You've just given me an idea... Thanks! You may be fed up with winter but I'm relishing this!

Viola said...

It would be exciting to walk and see this locks! And is it possible to walk along the riverside,it's like I can see a trail to the left between the trees, in the first picture here? I would very much like to walk there! The best view is on the first picture, I think. But so interesting also to see the ducks!

eileeninmd said...

Wonderful shots of the lock and the waterway. The first shot is my favorite. Thanks for sharing, great photos.

Sylvia K said...

Terrific, wintery captures and it does look COLD!! Love your captures for the day -- as always! Hope you have a great week!

Sylvia

Unknown said...

Looks like spring is not far off!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

Indrani said...

Snow thrills and that is because I hardly get to see it here.

Jenn Jilks said...

Isn't the ice amazing. I'm finding it in places I wouldn't have expected, and not in others.
Cheers from Cottage Country!

Anonymous said...

Looks cold and very beautiful. Love the icicles at the dam. The other day I saw a picture of a frozen waterfall in France. Your photo reminded me of it.

genie said...

The mural is a wonderful addition to your post. The photos of the icy waters are absolutely beautiful. I love always seeing the little life preservers alongside the water. I remember seeing them in England. A great post this week. genie

Stephanie said...

My goodness it looks cold, still with all that ice. I appreciate the photos of the murals you have been posting lately.

Rambling Woods said...

It did get cold and snowy this week...

Rose said...

Love that first shot...just makes me want to be there so bad.

Great mural, too.

Martha Z said...

The icicles look like stalactites on a cave wall. The mural reminds us of days gone by.

Randy said...

Awesome icicles.

A Colorful World said...

You live in a beautiful place!

Anonymous said...

Wonderful icicles! Love the contrast between the ice and the ice-free parts.

Anonymous said...

Clear skies and clear water, perfect combination!

Unknown said...

these all look cold to me.:p
but the free-flowing water and sunshine are lovely.

Tina´s PicStory said...

great captured! - - - no mystery - just an egg. there is a link leading to the answer :)

Pat Tillett said...

Great photos! Brrrr...

Melbourne Australia Photos said...

Great shots! Looks VERY cold. Brrrrrr!

Gattina said...

It also was very cold in Belgium and it looks very much the same ! I can feel the cold through the screen !

Gillian Olson said...

Beautiful pictures, that's quite a contrast.

Michelle said...

I never get tired of seeing icey pictures. They are so interesting.

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