Ski Before the Cold

I skied Saturday on the Magney-Snively cross country ski trail just before the weather turned frigidly cold. The photograph shows one of the few old trail markers which has served not only to mark the trail but also as bird hunters target.

A dusting of snow served as a vanguard to the Arctic front which passed over. As I skied, the wind began to rise and the ski lighten from its heavy overcast. As I finished, the sun broke through as the temperature began to drop as the high pressure moved in.

I believe the Magney-Snively Trail to be Duluth's finest. It ranges from moderate to difficult terrain winding through the hardwood forests typical of the North Shore ridge of Lake Superior.

After a beautiful ski, I am back to keeping my car in a mood to start by warming it up every 4 to 5 hours.