It was my birthday this week . . . thus we did birthday stuff all week. And by that I mean, we hit the river every other day. The weather was very cooperative.
Days still start cold, but the sun quickly warms the day.
We spent our time this week sitting on the Crooked River and it required no more than a thin sweater.
Spring will advance to summer quickly on the high desert. However, we’ve got a few weeks where fresh green runs high up the canyon’s walls.
The wildflowers are just starting to show some color. Waterfowl have started to pair off, swim and fly in larger numbers.
These are quiet days on the Crooked. Camping season hasn’t started and school hasn’t ended. We’re taking full advantage.
Spring will also mean a trip to Summer Lake and judging by the increase in bird activity, timing is right.
There isn’t the usual snow pack, so we’ll access the Cascades earlier this year.
Expeditions are filling out the calendar, but for now we’ll enjoy a slice of birthday cake and watch the ducks paddle around in the river.