Grand Marais Storm 001

We had two strong storms last week. Southwest winds from one of the storms created huge waves along the shoreline in front of Grand Marais. I found a spot on Artist Point where I could keep the camera out of the spray and still take photos of the waves as they collided with the break wall.

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The sound was incredible as huge waves sent spray as high as the lighthouse.

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Grand Marais Harbor Ice 001

Grass and brush on shore was covered with ice creating many beautiful shapes.

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A small sun pillar added to the beauty of this amazing scene.

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If you use a little imagination, this ice may be in the shape of an alligator.

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It always amazes me how a small strand of grass can be coated with layers and layers of ice until it is a hundred times larger in diameter than its original size.

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American Century 001

The northwest winds and cold temperatures were enough to cover the ore boats with ice. Most boats took the northern route that passes Isle Royale and Grand Marais to avoid the largest waves on their way to Duluth. Normally they stay near the south shore and Wisconsin. I took this photo of the American Century as it came into the Duluth harbor.

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As the wind and water sprayed the already cold steel of the boat’s hull, the icicles create some strange shapes.

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This guy appears as he was frozen in place. Working on the ore boats in the winter has got to be a very cold job.

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Stoney Point Ice

After the ore boats loaded more iron ore they headed back down the lake. This one passed by Stoney Point which was also covered with ice.

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