Spring Solitude Birds It had rained in this

It had rained in this area for the previous three days and the river was quite swollen

This can get them designated as a problem bear

and these little cubs

as it seemed like he was learning to take his first upright steps

I loved spending time with this playful Arctic hare who kept visiting our camp

Spring Solitude Birds It had rained in thisPrince Albert National Park, SK In order to get close enough for a good shot of this long eared owl I needed to cross a frozen pond. I checked the ice and it appeared secure. I managed to snap a couple of shots before hearing a crack and then, suddenly, I was knee deep in icy water! The owl was the only witness to my mishap as I quickly scrambled to dry ground.