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Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Winter Magic

Bunny here at the keyboard to tell you about our weekend adventure.

Morgan has had a bad case of cabin fever since we didn't get to hike the last couple of weekends.  I think Mom might have had a touch of it, too.  She said she was feeling much better after her bronchitis and so we decided we were going to go for a hike.  This time we went back to Matthiessen State Park.  If you look at the link, it will show you what it looked like there back in September.

We had heard that it is beautiful in the Winter, and it's true.  The waterfalls and cliffs look like something you'd see in an enchanted forest.  A lot of people come there to cross country ski and hike this time of year, and we saw quite a few people out.  We were pleasantly surprised to see so many people, and even another dog there.

Since the waterfalls are what the park is known for in the winter, we took the lower trail through the Upper Dells.  It leads past several very pretty waterfalls.  I'm afraid that the Giant's Bathtub was quite frosty this time of year.  I hope he's not planning on taking a bath anytime soon.

It wasn't surprising that we didn't see any wildlife this time.  I know there are a lot of deer there -- it was originally known as Deer Park, but they were scarce.  We did see a lot of footprints, though.  Even though they are good at hiding from people, there are a lot of animals still in the park.

I know some people think it's too cold to go out hiking this time of year.  We were disappointed that Aunt Julie and Ruby decided not to come with us at the last minute.  After we got started walking, we were all plenty warm.  Going out hiking this time of year allows you to see spectacular sights that you never dreamed could exist, though. 

It's also nice because it gives you time with your humans that you don't always get with the distractions of home.  You go out with your family and it's just you and the sights to enjoy.  That's a pretty good reason to go out right there if you ask me.

Of course, all that fresh air does wear you out.  It makes for a nice nap on the way home, too.  Those after a hike naps are the best kind.  While I was sleeping, I was already dreaming of the next hike.  I hear Mom and Dad have one planned for us for next weekend that we haven't done before.  I can't wait!

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46 comments:

  1. OMG, I'm I first for once! I better hurry up and finish! :-) That's why they make coats, gloves, and hats.... so we can hike in the winter. Even dog coats!

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  2. Oh, I'm jealous! What beauty - and the park is beautiful, too! BOL

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  3. Of course, I was so excited, I didn't formulate a proper sentence. Oh, well!

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  4. Love the last picture of Bunny and Morgan!! Lovely setting...

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  5. The frozen waterfall pictures are just so beautiful! I have to find some in our area!

    I am glad to hear that Mom is feeling better. Bronchitis takes a long time to get over!

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  6. Bunny, that first picture of you is just beautiful! Hope you all make out OK in the snow coming later today. Of course, you are a little better suited for deep snow than me. I need some snow stilts.

    Your pal, Pip

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  7. Just when I think I live in the prettiest place ever, I see another great picture of another beautiful place. Yeah!

    I hate the cold and gloom of winter. But I have to admit, it's much more fun tromping through the snow than it is complaining about it indoors. Oh, and it's warmer once you get our blood pumping too.

    Thanks for sharing your lovely hikes. It's really encouraged me to get out to some new spots myself.

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  8. Wow Bunny it really is beautiful there in the winter! That frozen waterfall was incredible!

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  9. Really freezy weather how can the survive in this weather.
    But they both looking beautiful in these dresses..

    Pet Sitter Los Angeles

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  10. How lucky you is to have such beootiful places to visit so close to your house. :)

    Woofs and Licks,
    Maggie Mae

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  11. Just beautiful pictures. You are so lucky your human braves the cold to take you on really cool walks. Sniffs, The Hounddogs

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  12. Dat place does look magical...like in another world. But, it too cold fur my butt to be out in. I'd need 4 or 5 sweaters so I'll just look at your fotos.

    Puddles

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  13. Lovely photos. Bunny and Morgan are sure photogenic (is that the right word???).

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  14. People who don't get out in the winter miss out on some gorgeous terrain. There's nothing like the silence of the snow and the still water to give 'where you are' a Heavenly feel.

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  15. Things do be furry bootiful in the winter and most peeples nefur leave their howses to see it. I hope you dussn't get so much snow it snows you out of hiking next weekend. If'n you dussn't know about this, here do be a cuppull of snow depftht maps where you can look up how much snow there be where you is going.

    http://www.cocorahs.org/Maps/ViewMap.aspx?type=snowdepth

    http://www.weatherstreet.com/local_forecast_files/Snow-Depth-US.htm

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  16. Another wonderful hike - those frozen waterfalls are just amazing. You are really tempting the Momster to think about doing this when we hit the spring.

    Woos ~ Phantom, Thunder, and Ciara

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  17. Bunny, you look like a model in your pink coat. Beautiful pictures!

    -Ruby

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  18. Beautiful photos. I would like to take hikes like that, but I know I would fall on the ice.

    Patty, mama to Jack and Scout

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  19. Bunny - Thanks for sharing these pics! Nature makes the most beautiful ice sculptures!

    PeeS - sorry about the treats! we'll do it again some time :)

    The Road Dogs

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  20. I'll bet those "after hike" naps ARE wonderful! You have so many beautiful things to see by you!

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  21. Beautiful hike! We love that last photo of you and Morgan especially!

    Elyse and Riley

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  22. that park is amazing...you are making me want to put on a pair of boots and hit the woods....our parks can't compare to yours though. Beautiful!

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  23. So pretty! I triple dog dare you to stick your tongue to the ice!! No, not really, I don't want you to get stuck!!

    Bunny, did you not need boots? I hope your paws were okay!

    Oh, and bring it girlfriend, you can come stay with me anytime!! I'll share my noms and bullysticks! Then we can give each other facials and all that diva stuff! :)

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  24. Hi Bunny! What a beautiful hike you had with your humans!! What a lucky dog you are.

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  25. Beautiful place and love that first photo of you Bunny, looking forward to your next hike ;)
    See Yea George xxx

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  26. Great hike, the frozen waterfalls are so cool. The last picture of Morgan and Bunny is perfect!

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  27. It does look pretty cold but as long as you are dressed for the weather, you don't feel it after a little while. You're having too much fun to be bothered by a little chill!

    Thanks for sharing more photos. You have inspired me to go out and see what great trails we can find nearby.

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  28. Woof! Woof! What a beautiful place to visit. Great photos n view. YES more SNOW to come. Be safe. Lots of Golden Woofs, Sugar

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  29. What a beautiful place to hike. The pictures are fabulous.

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  30. That frozen waterfall under the bridge is really different. Thanks!

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  31. What great and pawesome scenery!

    Thanks fur sharing your magikhal world!

    Hugz&Khysses,
    Khyra

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  32. Those frozen waterfalls are beautiful! When I see a dog standing at the base of one, I have this irrational feeling of, "what if it suddenly melts and they get washed away?". It's my hyper-dog vigilance shining through.

    I'll never get over how great Bunny looks in her winter outfit. My vet told us that when it's really cold (like now, -15 deg F), our dogs could burn up to 500 calories just staying warm if they don't wear jackets. She was advocating extra food during cold snaps. No dog who I know is going to resist that recommendation!

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  33. Those photos are absolutely fabulous! Murray was totally fascinated with the frozen waterfalls!

    That last photo of the two of you is really gorgerous too!

    take care
    Clive and Murray

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  34. Your dogs are gorgeous as are the park photos. I always wonder why people say they can't wait for summer so they can go outside. Our dogs, even our short-haired beagle, LOVE to go on walks in the winter. We go more in the winter than the summer as it is very hot and humid here. The state park nearest us does not allow dogs on the trails, which I think is ridiculous! Who wants to hike in a park without your dogs? Glad to have discovered your blog - through the Pet Savings Blog.

    Jan J.

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  35. Wow, those are really beautiful sights! Thanks for sharing, I really envy you for having such nice places to hike in!

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  36. Gorgeous in winter and fall!!! And I'm talkin' about you doggehs heheh! Naw... with you AND the frozen falls, it looks super amazing! And... are you also getting more snow now???
    Hugs xoxoxo
    Sammie, Avalon and Ozzie

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  37. hihi miss bunny!

    what a super cool hike with all those frozen water falls 'n stuff! i totally agree with you, too, about the after hike snooze. they really are the bestest, especially cuz car rides make me sleepy anyway. :)
    pretty please stay safe 'n warm with all that snow comin' your way! me and asa and mama have our paws crossed that you don't lose your electricals or heats.

    *woof*
    the booker man

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  38. My eyes are not good enough to absorb that beautiful scenery! Pawesome!
    Glad your mom felt much better to take you there!
    Kisses and hugs
    Lorenza

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  39. Beautiful photos. We rarely ever see frozen waterfalls.

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  40. Bunny, you look so beautiful and stylish in your warm pink coat! Glad you got to get out for a hike, it's a great way to kick cabin fever to the curb.

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  41. Bunny, you and your family take some of the most interesting and beautiful hikes!

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  42. That is some amazing scenery you've got. We don't have anything like that here. Just gorgeous. We hope you're all doing OK with this latest storm. Quite the winter we're all having, huh?

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  43. WoW!!!
    Great place!
    The last picture of the girls is sooo beautiful!

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