12/25/06 – The recent warm weather has converted the snow on the lakes into a firm enough crust for skate skiing. We have all been taking advantage of the good conditions to explore the nearby lakes. – Bill

Adam approaches at high speed near the wilderness boundary on Sawbill Lake. The length of the shadow is interesting because this picture was taken near noon.

Adam inspects some fresh wolf tracks on the Alton side of the Alton/Kelso portage.

I am soaking up some sun along the cliffs on Beth Lake near the portage to Ella Lake. If you look carefully, you can see me waving to the camera.