Black's Cliff Birch Bark Blog

Excerpt: Using the Macro and Black and White feature on IPhoto I think this pic came out nicely showing the frost and light snow we had this morning. All the trees were coated in crystals this morning I forgot to switch this to a Black and White but it still turned out nicely showing how pretty the whitepines are this... Read more

Excerpt: I am loving this new camera. It is catching the colors and clarity much better. I have to pick up the Telophoto lens yet and those pics will be good as well next week. The contrast in colors at the lake at sunset was a sight to see... Read more

Excerpt: Besides the fact that Martin Luther was a great guy we also love him because a day off school for a 3 day weekend to have fun with the family! The Knarr family reported that the trails were alright but definitely were showing some bare spots and needed some snow. A few bare spots did not slow them down... Read more

Excerpt: When I come past a cabin and see a new version of family entertainment going on like this I had to stop and take some pictures. What was going on? You be the judge You know there is trouble when the snow is perfect for packing Ready Aim.... Fire.... Who needs family therapy when a weekend at the Cliff... Read more

Excerpt: Poe would like to report that he is now being followed around by a new camera. On the way back from dropping Ted and Mark off at the airport someone took a side trip into Best Buy. A new entry level SLR camera is the official camera used by the Birchbark Blog. A Cannon XSi. A new device means... Read more

Excerpt: Seeing the weather reports the last few days for next weekend was not encouraging, but it looks like it might be ok. Rain may stay away and we can keep more of our snow and maybe pick up some, depending on temps. I copied below from www.johndee.com my favorite weather site for the midwest. Check out John's site for... Read more

Excerpt: Winter is in full swing in the northwoods Lots of fun is being had in the snow and made into snow We have a big storm coming in Monday calling for about a foot of snow. That should make it the best conditions of the witner So far we are 1/2 full for the January 27th weekend so give... Read more

Excerpt: Ted and Mark arrived this week to help with getting the summer wood supply split up. They had a harrowing trip from Washington DC mid week with the big storm. Numerous delays at Dulles, OHare... all flights from O'Hare to Wausau canceled... rented car driven through 6 hours of a driving snowstorm to arrive in nowhere. This was Mark's... Read more

Excerpt: This has got to be the funniest icefishing shack I have seen in awhile. It is parked on Lake Minocqua in front of SaveMore this week I am wondering if they also have a potty as an amenity in the shack. This guy sure looks like he is looking for one. Who was the guy who got swallowed by... Read more

Excerpt: I went out to see what the guys were up to and saw Steve's Jetta up on the blocks. This car has over 300,000 miles and Steve prides himself in being able to keep it going. Although the noise it has been making lately has been enough to wake the dead All I saw were 2 legs sticking out... Read more

Excerpt: No inspiring pictures today, so I headed into the old pictures folder for those of you who like these old pics. This one is of Maynard with his pet deer Susie Loving this old car. What I would not give to have it to drive to town on errands This car is not bad either. Maynard in the front... Read more

Excerpt: Cold Christmas break day on Lower Kaubashine. What to do? Enjoy the skating rink while it lasts The best way to skate. Lake skates, cross country ski boots clipped into a ski binding on a blade. Feet are warm and comfortable. Not a pinched toe or blister ever!! My idea of skating While we were getting ready to do... Read more