Auroras

Calm Before the Storm

July 25 - Calm Before the Storm - An approaching thunderstorm reflect the light of its lightning in the calm waters of Caribou Lake. Lightning is one of the most recurrent and common weather phenomena. Around the world, there are over 3,000,000 flashes every day around the planet and about 44 strikes every second. It is interesting to note how the God of the universe uses lightning and thunder to get our attention, just like the storms of life seem to capture our attention and turn our eyes to the Lord. He causes the vapors to ascend from the ends of the earth; Who makes lightnings for the rain, Who brings forth the wind from His treasuries. Psalm 135:7

Heavenly Sparks

17 image composite image of lightning over Caribou Lake

Split Rock Lighthouse

Winter Evening at Split Rock

Lake Superior Stones

September 26 - Lake Superior Stones - Lake Superior's waves, sand, and rocky shoreline act like a giant rock tumbler to round and polish stones of many sizes before being deposited along the coastline. These multicolored boulders grace the shore of Tettegouche State Park near Silver Bay, Minnesota. The Strength of God I love you, O LORD, my strength. The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Psalm 18

Caribou Lake Sunset

colors in the clouds

Gooseberry Falls Summer

One of the most impressive waterfalls in the state of Minnesota, Gooseberry is always an incredible place.

October Buck

October 4th -

Cry of the Loon

July 15 - Cry of the Loon - Summer melody of every northern lake. Researchers have identified four distinct calls used by loons: tremolo, wail, yodel, and hoot. These calls are used for various situations and echo across the open water. “But ask the animals, and they will teach you, or the birds in the sky, and they will tell you; or speak to the earth, and it will teach you, or let the fish in the sea inform you. Which of all these does not know that the hand of the LORD has done this? Job 12:7-9 Loon calls - http://www.loon.org/voice-loon.php

Autumn Shores

September 9th - Autumn Shores The golden colors of autumn bathe the North Shore of Lake Superior in color. The orange lichen is a fungus found all across North America and worldwide and is actually two organisms functioning as a single plant. Lichens comprise a fungus living in a symbiotic relationship with an alga. Trust in the Lord forever, For in God the Lord, we have an everlasting Rock. Isaiah 26:4

Mallard in the Cold

A mallard duck stands in the frigid cold on the only open water in December.

Big Dipper

light from the northern lights flood over a winter landscape.

Lovely Loons

Nature displays love and commitment in all creation.

Pileated Woodpecker

Feeding the babies

Moonshine on Gooseberry Falls

Frozen waterfalls at Gooseberry Falls State Park look much different bathed in the moonlight of a January full moon. The evening's quiet is broken only by an occasional owl hoot and the muted bubbling of the Gooseberry river still moving under the ice and snow. He reveals deep and hidden things; he knows what lies in darkness, and light dwells with him. Daniel 2:22 It is incredible what you see when you go for a walk outside under the light of a full moon.

Calm Before the Storm

July 25 - Calm Before the Storm - An approaching thunderstorm reflect the light of its lightning in the calm waters of Caribou Lake. Lightning is one of the most recurrent and common weather phenomena. Around the world, there are over 3,000,000 flashes every day around the planet and about 44 strikes every second. It is interesting to note how the God of the universe uses lightning and thunder to get our attention, just like the storms of life seem to capture our attention and turn our eyes to the Lord. He causes the vapors to ascend from the ends of the earth; Who makes lightnings for the rain, Who brings forth the wind from His treasuries. Psalm 135:7

Ellison Island Sunrise

Located near Split Rock Lighthouse, the sunrise over Ellison Island brings light to the landscape and the soul. While most people put down their cameras for the winter, it is one of the most beautiful photography seasons. The white landscape, silent forest, and colorful sunsets and sunrises break into your routines and slow you down to focus. Because the winter sun is so low on the horizon, sunlight must pass through more air, which means the light is more scattered and more colors appear. ------ And he shall be as the light of the morning when the sun rises, even a morning without clouds 2Sa 23:4

Echinacea-Autumn's Last Bloom

America’s grasslands are home to a brilliant array of flowers, and echinacea, or the purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), is one of the best.

Pink Showy Lady Slippers

The most beautiful flowers of the season

Heavenly Sparks

17 image composite image of lightning over Caribou Lake

Needle Frost

Needle Frost (Hoar Frost) develops over several days of near-freezing temps. On a calm, clear night, ice crystals may attach to grass, leaves, and branches. Humid air will skip the droplet stage and go straight to crystallizing. As tree branches and leaves' surface rapidly cool, the icy needles grow into the spiny crystals that decorate the tree. By the breath of God, ice is given, and the broad waters are frozen fast. Job 37:10 The beauty of God's creation never ceases to amaze me, and every day, there is something new to behold.

Storm Front

A summer storm rolls in over Caribou Lake.

The Tip of Superior

Sunrise breaks over sheet ice on the North Shore. With waves rapidly breaking the surface ice on Lake Superior up into shards, the advance of Spring is a sure thing. And God said, "Let there be lights in the expanse of the heavens to separate the day from the night. And let them be for signs and for seasons, and for days and years." Genesis 1:14 Spring's new life is a good thought and the "New Life" promised in Jesus Christ is indeed the same promise.

First Light

Mid-October brings cool temperatures and clear skies to the Lake Superior Region. On this October morning, Split Rock Lighthouse stood sentinal over the rising sun.

Lester Bridge

November 23 - Winter River Lester River Stone Bridge. With winter right around the corner, local rivers, lakes, and streams begin to freeze up and settle in for several months' rest under the ice. From its chamber comes the whirlwind and cold from the scattering winds. By the breath of God, ice is given, and the broad waters are frozen fast. Job 37:9-10