The recent snow the Lesser Slave Lake region received Nov. 27 has sure made nature look more appealing to look at!
The other day, we had some cold, crisp air in Slave Lake and it resulted with trees being covered with frost and snow. The frost makes them look more decorative. I took a photo of those pine trees. I think it would make a great winter postcard.
Everyone enjoys getting fall photos, but I don’t think everyone appreciates winter and its potential to deliver beautiful photos as well. That’s what I think, anyway. Fall does have cold air, but not nearly as bad as winter.
I do photography on the side as a hobby, and I only just noticed while writing this commentary, I do not take enough photos in the winter as I do in the warmer months.
Sure, I photographed my sister at Devonshire Beach a few times and a local family at the Canyon Creek campground during the winter.
I need more opportunity to shoot during the winter. Any takers? No? Alright!
If you happen to change your mind, and would like some portraits, make sure to check out Photos by Chastin on Facebook or stop by the Lakeside Leader office.
Winter is generally not my favourite season. Especially with being a driver. The thought of sliding on a road and getting into an accident sends shivers down my spine. Black ice, too! The smallest amount can send you slipping across a road.
Speaking of winter and driving, Calgary got a hefty snowstorm a couple weeks back. I saw many photos and video of vehicles getting into accidents and buses getting stuck.
Winter tires are everyone’s best friend this time around and yet, some decide to not put them on their vehicle.
On the other hand, some forget how to drive to the conditions. I have all-season tires on my car and so far, they’ve handled the roads well. I take my own advice and drive slow whenever a hoard of snow gets dumped on us.
On the other hand, new drivers speed and I cringe when I see that. Only because it’s so easy to get into an accident when the roads are slippery.
Checking the roads before you travel is also helpful in the winter. I try my best to comply with that whenever I need to go outside of town. The 511 Alberta website would have a million dollars if they were to count how many times I used their website to check the roads. I find the website to be pretty accurate too. Sometimes I question it but most times, the reports were correct.
What else is fun about winter? Sledding and skating! I enjoy both. I went public skating here in Slave Lake a few weeks back and wow, there are always many kids there! I suppose we all share the same idea, wanting to skate.
I’ve been sledding at this ‘deadly’ hill in Edmonton, it’s in Gallagher Park. I remember going down it and I felt the adrenaline.
I’ve heard Wabasca has a sledding hill, too. I just might have to check it out the next time I go up there.
Bundle up and stay warm, people!
Chastin Martel