Day #363 Lake Ontario Ice Caves

Point Petre Ice 'Cave, PEC, ON

It's not storming, as it was yesterday, but the wind-chill is to be minus 29. It reminded me of this picture, which looks like it might be -29 out there.

A few photographers have actually gone through while attempting to snap photos of these formations on the shores of the Great Lakes. The waves cause the ice underneath to wear away several metres back from the edges, creating caves. As you walk out onto the ice, you may find yourself walking on a thin part of the ice and suddenly down you go, through a hole to the lake below, which may be several feet or metres down, and even if you have someone with you, it's not likely you'll be rescued before it's too late.

Sometimes, holes are created naturally, and as the waves slam in under the ice formations, the icy water sprays up through these holes. This is what really draws photographers and the curious. Remember the curious cat! Keep safe.

No cycling today. Just cabin fever.
Keep warm. Karen