Hare Lake

We have had beautiful calm sunny days this week. On one of those days we headed up to Hare Lake in the Superior National Forest. The reds and oranges of the maples and oaks continue to provide enjoyment. With the fall colors and white clouds reflected in the water it was a day to remember. I am glad I was able to capture the moment with a photo.

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Hare Lake Panorama

We are truly blessed to witness such beauty. I love this time of year.

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Nine Mile Lake 001

Another stop on our agenda was Nine Mile Lake. The reflections were incredible. We just sat at the edge of one of the campsites on Nine Mile enjoying the fall view.

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We could hear calls of Trumpeter Swans in the distance. Soon the pair flew right in front of us. They are probably thinking of heading south.

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Maples 001

Sunny days produce more sugars in the leaves which give individual maples exceptional splendor.

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Maples 002

This lone maple is located north of Duluth. I used the polarizing filter in early morning light to enhance the leaves causing them to explode in color.

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Another maple north of Two Harbors had a similar appearance. I have photographed this tree for over 15 years.

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Oak Leaf 001

In this close-up of an oak leaf you can see that the chlorophyll has been cut off and is slowly draining out letting the red color appear.

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A few sunny days later and the reds take over.

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Mushrooms

The woods abound with mushrooms right now. Karla found these growing in our flower garden.

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