Dan takes a break during a long hike in Cowles Bog. This point was two miles from the parking area, and the highest point on the trail. The views were great - in the winter, the leaves don't obstruct anything.
Most of the snow melted on this part of the dune, but much of the wooded areas were still covered under an inch or so.
Still two miles back to the trail head, Dan took the opportunity to rest on the exposed roots of an oak tree.
I've seen this ride a few times over the years. A local resident who put together a little train ride for the children who visit. It appears to be built of plastic barrels bolted to hand carts. Genius.
LaPorte County, Indiana
Dan takes a ride on a bear at the annual Bass Pro Shops Christmas Fest. Bringing a good old fashioned Christmas to children with free rides, shooting galleries, archery targets, photos with Santa, and crafts.
Our annual journey to the Kankakee State Park , while mom attends a "ladies only" Christmas party. This year, there was no snow or ice, so we took the opportunity to hunt for fossils. Not much luck, but still a nice time outdoors.
We still managed to sneak back to the party and help "dispose" of the leftovers!
