This is the pathway across the top of the Second Dam, which is above the first dam. You know, come to think of it, I'm not sure I saw the first dam today, except in the distance.
The second picture here is of the diving post from which generations of Nanaimoites have swandived, backflipped and cannonballed. Don't you love the color of the water?
On the other side of the bridge in the first picture, you can see the spillway and get a sense of the amount of water pouring out of the lake.
A short march down the walkway gives an amazing view of an old log footbridge perched across the tumbling torrent below. Fortunately, the wooden walkway we're standing on today is much safer.
The moss grows everywhere and softens the edges of anything remotely close to the ground, creating a lush backdrop.
Where the moss hasn't taken over .. the ivy is giving a run for its money. The trees in this section of the woods were garlanded heavily and in one case, making a deciduous tree look like it was in full summer splendor.
A close-up of the tree in front ...
Now, isn't this much better than a stairmaster in a gym? Even if only because there is an end in sight.
The smell of cedar also helps, of course ... much better than a sweaty gym partner. I love the contrast between the oranges and greens here.
Another picture of Keith. Adorable eyelashes. He's such a good boy on these walks .. often falling asleep as Bev and I chatter away, sometimes adding a somewhat musical accompaniment to our chats with his soft snoring.
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