Wild Kea are very playful and inquisitive birds with an insatiable urge to explore and manipulate things. We had been warned to monitor the Kea’s antics around our vehicle; we soon understood why! Read more
Tag: Frame To Frame – Bob and Jean
Canoeing Outlet River in Sandbanks Provincial Park
Bob and I had never visited or gone canoeing in Sandbanks Provincial Park in Ontario before 2022. As the coronavirus pandemic persisted, we decided to do a staycation by exploring this rare gem in Prince Edward County not too far from our home. Read more
Glorious Fall Colours In Algonquin Park
As Bob and I drove through Algonquin Provincial Park, a sea of glorious fall colors stretched before us. Read more
Feeling Small On The Grasslands Timbergulch Trail
Our aim on the third day at Grasslands National Park was to see the sunrise, so Bob and I were up at 4:30 a.m. We grabbed a packed breakfast so that we could eat on the road. Read more
Canoeing Duffins Creek In Ontario
What a delightful way to spend a day! Canoeing up Duffins Creek from Rotary Park on the edge of Lake Ontario to farm country far above Highway 401 really was our cup of tea. Read more
River Otter In Algonquin Provincial Park
Over the course of a week, Bob and I enjoyed many special moments in Algonquin Park, in Ontario, Canada. One of the highlights was observing this young river otter as it played and fished on one of many chilly, damp fall days. Read more
Northern Whiptail Lizard At The Grand Canyon
After we left the oasis of Indian Garden, Bob and I wasted no time making headway towards Plateau Point at Grand Canyon National Park. The heat was building, the wind was constant, and the sun was torturous. Still, we forced ourselves to remain vigilant since other hikers had spotted rattlesnakes on the trail. It was when we drew near the water refilling station about 3/4 of the way between the two points that we saw a Northern Whiptail Lizard taking advantage of the puddles of spilled water in the shade of the water reservoir. Read more
Murano Glass in the Making In Venice
Unique creations in Murano glass are a common sight in every shop around Venice, Italy. On our first full day in that city, Bob and I were given the opportunity to observe how this handmade glass is made using ancient techniques and recipes. Read more