Category Archives: Honing my Listening Skills

From your guide to your participant…

I had the distinct pleasure of joining historian Dr. Jeff Orr on a Parrsboro historic sites tour at dusk last night. Highly recommend this guided tour with all proceeds going to the Parrsborough Shore Historical Society for the upgrades of interpretive panels.

MacAlmonds Pond Trail…

While exploring the Mi’kmawey Interpretive Trail last weekend I found out about the MacAlmond Pond Trail from a fellow walker. After a morning of rushing through shops I made the snap decision to check out this new-to-me trail. What I found was a haven of tranquility! The bear stayed hidden😊 and I had a lovelyContinue reading “MacAlmonds Pond Trail…”

Driving Tour, Anyone?

When clients request to see as many special beaches as possible while also witnessing tidal changes we have no problem delivering! We started out at 7:30 am and returned at 5:30 pm with huge smiles! My family from Regina, SK communicated their objectives during the winter while planning their Maritime holiday. It was a realContinue reading “Driving Tour, Anyone?”

Monday Morning at Rocky Lake

Light mist was rising as I made my way to the Halifax Search & Rescue training centre for one more day of learning this morning. When the sun emerged this visual haiku caught my attention. A visual haiku is a capture of two seasons… here we have autumn and spring, soft green tips unfurling andContinue reading “Monday Morning at Rocky Lake”

Wilderness First Aid, Day 2

The sun welcomed us bright and early for an action packed day with multiple emergency scenarios… …there was fake blood, lots of fake blood! We just finished setting up our tents for the overnight camp-out with another emergency scenario sure to have us rush about and get our heart rate going in the dark. Meanwhile,Continue reading “Wilderness First Aid, Day 2”

Two more sleeps…

…until the guided Winter Solstice Hike to Clarke Head. At this time there are no registrations. It does not deter me. I am packing and getting ready. I recently invested in some audio visual accessories to capture video of my hike destinations. No matter whether I hike solo on Thursday or others join me atContinue reading “Two more sleeps…”

It’s beginning to look a lot like… autumn!

So, we did a thing today😜… we jumped in the car to check on fall colours. One of my favourite places is the sugar bush in Fenwick. By this time last year we were almost past “leaf peeper season”… this year it’s just beginning! Enjoy the images, Happy Thanksgiving weekend!

Food for Thought: The Leave no Trace Principles

Yesterday evening I had the opportunity to participate in an online seminar centred around the Seven Leave no Trace Principles offered by the Outdoor Council of Canada. The hour long presentation was one of the more enjoyable workshops I have attended via Zoom. If you are not familiar with Leave no Trace, check out someContinue reading “Food for Thought: The Leave no Trace Principles”

Forceful…

Walking across Two Islands Bridge today as the water rushed from the Aboiteau into the inner harbour… make sure you turn up your volume! Love the foamed surface and blue sky overhead. Check back tomorrow when I post images of another beach excursion. Heading to Spencer’s Island tomorrow afternoon as the tide goes out. SeeContinue reading “Forceful…”

Maple Leaves Forever…

I was going through my images today and maple leaves through the seasons caught my eye. Maple leaves hold my attention and whether I admire their glowing colour during autumn or a single specimen past it’s prime and half-buried in snow, maple leaves are always worth taking note of. Wishing you all a wonderful andContinue reading “Maple Leaves Forever…”

Best laid plans…

My friend and I had plans to participate in and support the first ever NSHike event in River Hebert this afternoon. On the way there I checked for the address and saw a posting that it had been cancelled for today. Well, we were already half way there so we continued to Amherst instead whereContinue reading “Best laid plans…”

Fleeting Moments of Autumn

Many of you will agree when I point out that an autumnal walk will reveal discoveries often bypassed. Not only are the leaves changing colour but the fruit is past it’s prime… add a little frost and we have a reason to contemplate fading beauty. Saturday Blessings, Anna

Contemplative Moments

In Contemplative Miksang photography we respond to the Flash of Perception, that moment where our attention is drawn to a particular composition in nature or the ordinary world. These are, in some way, mini meditations: moments that drown out distractions like noise, or even the stunning landscape surrounding the “flash”. Give it a try sometime!Continue reading “Contemplative Moments”

Random Impressions…

My days are filled with amazing sights. Sometimes my attention span feels challenged with so many note-worthy impressions. For today I just want to share some random images. Hope you enjoy the offering, Anna Please click on individual images to fully appreciate the subject matter.

Nature Observations

I spotted this perfectly illuminated leaf from the backseat of a car about 50 meters away. It drew my attention immediately. I call this my “flash of perception”. Two days later the sparkling rain drops on these apple blossoms had a similar effect on me. Creamy white and soft pink colour splashes contrasted against aContinue reading “Nature Observations”

Visual Haiku Explained

Walking the pups one day last week I came across this visual haiku. What is a visual haiku you ask? In nature this is a great time to find them: the image is a fine example. The rose hip is from last autumn and close to it the green leaf bud is getting ready toContinue reading “Visual Haiku Explained”

And then it was Spring…

It felt as if from one day to the next buds are bursting and signs of spring advancing are everywhere! The local naturalist keeps careful records and according to his calendars plants are two weeks ahead of schedule in 2022. This is somewhat difficult to fathom as it has been a harsher than normal winterContinue reading “And then it was Spring…”

Golden Light

It was a beautiful day yesterday, Easter Monday. We had appointments in Amherst all day and I missed my opportunity for a longer hike. Instead I carved out time for a sunset walk. I am always in awe of Golden Hour, that time before the sun slips beyond the horizon. The light seems to paintContinue reading “Golden Light”