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At sunrise I drove to Hollow Rock just south of Grand Portage.
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As the sunlight hit the icicles in the rock they had a beautiful early morning glow that reflected in the calm waters of Lake Superior.
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Frost covered everything on the point.
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The water vapor crystallized into ice that covered every branch and twig. This winter phenomenon, also called hoarfrost, doesn’t occur very often.
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But when it does it is beautiful.
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On the north side of the point hoarfrost covered not only the trees but also the edges of the pancake ice below.
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Moonrise Over Grand Marais Harbor 001
That night the moon rose over the Grand Marais Harbor where the swells moved the pancake ice back and forth.
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The moon had a small ring around it for a short time.
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Beaver enjoying the Ice Cold Waters Of Lake Superior
The entire time I watched the moonrise, the resident beaver swam between the ice chunks. Their fur must provide great insulation, as the water is very cold.
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Sawtooth Mountains 001
The week ended with onshore winds creating impressive waves along the shoreline.
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Colors changed as the sun got higher.
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