Thursday, August 20, 2009

Jackson's Point/ Sky Watch

Harbour at Jackson's Point, Ontario, on Lake Simcoe

Although the Canadian province of Ontario is not situated on the Atlantic or Pacific oceans, it is still a watery place. It has many lakes, rives, ponds, creeks, marshes.... In fact I live within easy drive of three of the Great Lakes (Ontario, Huron and Erie), each of which looks from the shore to be a fresh water sea.

Lake Simcoe, the lake I frequent most often, is a big lake - although it's not large enough to be one of the five Great Lakes. My camera finds it very photogenic so begs me often to go there.

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62 comments:

  1. ShammickiteAugust 20, 2009 at 7:54 AM

    I've spent quite a few sunny days on the shores of Lake Simcoe when I lived further north than where I live now. And Lake Simcoe is the first place I went out on the ice to look at ice fishing, I was terrified.

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  2. SandyCarlsonAugust 20, 2009 at 7:55 AM

    You guys have big water up there, though. More like seas! Beautiful shot.

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  3. DarlaAugust 20, 2009 at 8:41 AM

    I can see why it is a favorite spot to visit.

    Darla

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  4. Small City ScenesAugust 20, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    Those lakes up that way are HUGE, almost like oceans anyway. Super pic. In fact all your Lake Simco pics are special. MB

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  5. B SQUAREDAugust 20, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    When your camera speaks, you must obey.

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  6. LowellAugust 20, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    I can see why you would go to Lake Simcoe to take photos! It's beautiful!

    Looking at the sky, at first I thought those were mountains in the background, but now think they're simply clouds...right?

    Hope you have a great day!

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  7. GeorgeAugust 20, 2009 at 10:00 AM

    I really like this scene from Lake Simcoe. If I lived up there I would go often as well.

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  8. AnonymousAugust 20, 2009 at 10:03 AM

    Beautiful, Very Beautiful Scene!

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  9. JudyAugust 20, 2009 at 11:31 AM

    I'm glad you follow your camera's lead to the lake. Your fans enjoy the results. Jackson's Point is lovely.

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  10. maryt/theteachAugust 20, 2009 at 12:19 PM

    EG, I posted your postcard on Mary Tomaselli's Photos

    What a gorgeous shot of that lighthouse! :)

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  11. ErinAugust 20, 2009 at 12:44 PM

    lovely lovely lovely...love your lake capture.
    have a wonderful weekend.

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  12. CarverAugust 20, 2009 at 12:49 PM

    That looks like a beautiful place to spend time and I can see why your camera beckons you there. Wonderful shot.

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  13. kayerjAugust 20, 2009 at 1:02 PM

    if it weren't for the trees, sea and sky would appear to be one

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  14. cieldequimperAugust 20, 2009 at 1:26 PM

    Lake Simcoe may be big, but this sky is endless!

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  15. Betsy Banks AdamsAugust 20, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    Beautiful photo, EG. I love hearing more about Lake Simcoe, since I've always heard about the other FIVE.

    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  16. Gill - That British WomanAugust 20, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    beautiful photo again...

    Gill

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  17. AudunAugust 20, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    Love that picture. A large clean lake captured at its best

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  18. KevinAugust 20, 2009 at 2:37 PM

    What a gaorgeous photo, looks like a painting!

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  19. Deborah GodinAugust 20, 2009 at 2:40 PM

    Great shot with the clouds, almost looks like more land!

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  20. annalarssonphotographyAugust 20, 2009 at 2:47 PM

    I understand why you're coming back here.

    Beautiful shot EG!

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  21. EllieAugust 20, 2009 at 2:49 PM

    You caught so many details in the pier and the trees - lovely!

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  22. storyteller at Sacred RuminationsAugust 20, 2009 at 3:06 PM

    Lovely vacation spot beautifully captured and shared ;--)
    Hugs and blessings,

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  23. GaelynAugust 20, 2009 at 3:07 PM

    That's a lot of sky. I can see why your camera wants to go there.

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  24. Photo CacheAugust 20, 2009 at 3:08 PM

    I know what you're saying. There are some places that call to you to go and photograph them all the time.

    What a fine image; so blue and summery.

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  25. JamesAugust 20, 2009 at 3:21 PM

    That is a very nice picture.

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  26. LindaAugust 20, 2009 at 3:34 PM

    Beautiful Lake Simcoe, where I spent many happy childhood days. Lovely photos.

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  27. Joe ToddAugust 20, 2009 at 3:35 PM

    I've never been to Lake Simcoe but I've been close. The clarity of the water in your lakes is much much better than in Ohio

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  28. AnneAugust 20, 2009 at 3:48 PM

    Just great!!

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  29. CarolAugust 20, 2009 at 3:58 PM

    Beautiful photo...so many shades of blue...looks like a beautiful lake, worth returning to

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  30. Lavender and Vanilla Friends of the GardensAugust 20, 2009 at 3:58 PM

    Such huge lakes and a wonderful scenery. Love the blue on blue.

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  31. Gerald (SK14)August 20, 2009 at 4:02 PM

    interesting persepective with the mountains in the background

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  32. DewdropAugust 20, 2009 at 4:15 PM

    Lovely. My camera begs me to take it places, as well.

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  33. AnonymousAugust 20, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    So pretty up there. I can see why you like that lake.

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  34. Cezar and LéiaAugust 20, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    What a beautiful composition!I'm fascinated for this sky!
    Léia

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  35. Sylvia KAugust 20, 2009 at 4:48 PM

    Big water, indeed! And what a lovely shot of sky and water!

    Have a great weekend!

    Sylvia

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  36. Pearl MapleAugust 20, 2009 at 5:30 PM

    Lake Simcoe is a beautiful spot for waterside photos. My uncle had a cottage there that we enjoyed many sunny summer afternoons.

    Thanks for sharing this lovely view with us all in Sky Watch Friday.

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  37. maryt/theteachAugust 20, 2009 at 5:35 PM

    I'll try to do a postcard exchange again, EG! It took some time and school starts in a few weeks... :)

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  38. BarbAugust 20, 2009 at 5:38 PM

    So pretty - your sky looks as though it's mirroring the lake. I believe I see homes along its shores. I've skimmed earlier posts to see some of your other photos - all are WOW!

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  39. Tammie LeeAugust 20, 2009 at 5:42 PM

    This is quite lovely. How wonderful that you live there, I can see why your camera is so fond of this area!
    spirithelpers

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  40. CindyAugust 20, 2009 at 6:39 PM

    The clouds look like a mountain range. Nice.

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  41. Luiz RamosAugust 20, 2009 at 6:39 PM

    Great shot. Congratulations.

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  42. Elisabeth's bright sideAugust 20, 2009 at 8:55 PM

    I really like the first picture. Beautiful scenery!

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  43. This Is My Blog - fishing guyAugust 20, 2009 at 10:08 PM

    EG: Very cool shot, the clouds almost look like mountains.

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  44. BeckyAugust 20, 2009 at 10:09 PM

    Gorgeous sky and the matching water EG. I love living close to water, don't you?
    Happy SWF.
    B.

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  45. JanieAugust 20, 2009 at 10:18 PM

    Beautiful lake and beautiful sky above. Great place to spend a summer day.

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  46. UnknownAugust 20, 2009 at 10:18 PM

    love the big blue sky and water. great shot as always.

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  47. HildredAugust 20, 2009 at 11:10 PM

    Lovely picture of water and sky.

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  48. GreensboroDailyPhotoAugust 20, 2009 at 11:13 PM

    Anyone seen Babooshka? Maybe she is in Jackson's Point!

    This is such a lovely palate. Not much lightness on my tour so far, so I'm appreciating this sky!

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  49. MarthaAugust 20, 2009 at 11:44 PM

    what a wonderful photo, and how lucky for you to live in such a beautiful place!

    My SWF

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  50. ArijaAugust 21, 2009 at 2:01 AM

    What a very sensible camera you have, must be of the same family as mine which all too often takes me by the hand to go out shooting.

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  51. PERBSAugust 21, 2009 at 2:18 AM

    I don't blame you for wanting to photograph this special place often! Beautiful shot again!!!!!!!

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  52. Regina August 21, 2009 at 2:29 AM

    Wow. another awesome shot.

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  53. Esther GarviAugust 21, 2009 at 3:44 AM

    So serene and lovely!

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  54. GunillaAugust 21, 2009 at 5:47 AM

    Fantastic shot.
    Thank´s for sharing
    Have a great weekend

    Gunilla in Sweden

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  55. jabblogAugust 21, 2009 at 5:59 AM

    This is just beautiful - no wonder you return again and again!

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  56. D HerrodAugust 21, 2009 at 7:07 AM

    Very nice. I also love your header.

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  57. Adrienne ZwartAugust 21, 2009 at 11:08 AM

    Stunning photo! That bank of low clouds resembles distant hills. I love the colors--I can see why you are drawn here. :)

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  58. LoracAugust 21, 2009 at 3:29 PM

    It's been awhile since I have seen that. Forgot it was there Thanks for the reminder and a great pic!

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  59. foto CHIPAugust 21, 2009 at 5:39 PM

    I understand your camera :)
    I would also want to go there :)

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  60. NamnetAugust 22, 2009 at 8:24 AM

    Blue everywhere...:-) Wonderful picture of truly amazing place.
    Happy skywatching:-)

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  61. DewdropAugust 24, 2009 at 9:58 AM

    Oh how I hate to hear of weather related deaths... so incredibly sad.

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  62. MarjuAugust 26, 2009 at 7:26 AM

    Really beautiful picture!

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