We are well into the hiking season now. But also, in the warmer part of the summer. One way to avoid the heat is to start the hikes early and be at the highest point before the middle of the day. And when possible, be near an icefield. I met all three requirements last week when hiking near Bow Summit/Pass. Taking off from the new Peyto Lake’s parking lot, which had few vehicles when starting out. Visitors were heading for the lookout for the famous alpine lake as I made my way to the top of the summit trail. With the cooler temperatures in the morning, no marmots were heard or spotted. But few pikas were active and a handful of bird species were spotted. Great views from the top, which got even better when the clouds started to move in. I sat back and ate, while enjoying the views and the single digit temperatures before others would be hiking in my direction.
Bow Lake
It's rare I'm out, away, hour from home at the end of the day. Standing next to the Bow Lake, waiting for the sun to set. Hoping the sky would lit up little and the water would go calm. I got little of both, giving me the picture.
Bow Lake
The morning started with a clear sky, but soon the clouds were moving in. The timing was on my side, the water of Bow Lake was still relatively calm as the clouds starting adding drama in the sky. I grabbed the picture I wanted and half an hour later overcast weather moved in.
Until next moment,
Amar
Bow Lake
The Bow Lake should be frozen over with the cold temperatures this week. But couple of weeks ago the water was still open. With the cold weather I had the whole area to myself as I explored the shores and took pictures.
Until next moment,
Amar
Bow Lake
Fresh snow lay on the mountains from the night before, low clouds were passing through and the water of Bow Lake was still. Producing a beautiful morning.
Until next moment,
Amar
Bow Lake
It was a beautiful morning, with blue sky and everything covered with fresh snow.
Until next moment,
Amar
Bow Lake
Just couple of weeks ago most of the Bow Lake was still covered by ice. I had just made my way to the lake after watching a female Grizzly eating away as the sun was setting and heavy clouds moving in. I was out to take pictures by the Bow Lake, but its hard to pass by a chance to watch a Grizzly, all part of the experience in the mountains. The clouds were moving in fast, and the light quickly disappearing. Ray of sunlight still covered part of Crowfoot Mountain, grabbed few images before it was gone.
Until next moment,
Amar