Not a lot of knitting.... but a lot of fun!

So much for getting a lot done on the pairs of socks I have on my needles...

Instead I got distracted -- by great scenery, the company of good friends, great food, and fishing on Lake Nipissing (west of North Bay).

Northern Ontario offers something for everyone. Yes, there's the spectacular scenery -- the majestic trees, rocky shoreline and outcrops, and when you combine this with fresh air and sunshine, it made for the perfect way to celebrate Canada Day!

This is my third trip to the West Arm of the lake, thanks to the generous invitation from friends to join them on a fishing trip.  The cottages at the resort where we stay are comfortable and perfectly located on a rocky shoreline that affords a great view when we're not in the boat exploring bays and searching for fish.

And while I didn't knit a lot, I did knit a bit.  But this experience taught me more.... it afforded me the opportunity to learn other techniques -- like how to tie an official knot at the end of my fishing line (I had lots of practice with that after my line tangled repeatedly), the protocols when a colleague is hauling in a catch (his polite "Hello" to the fish is optional, however!); and how to effectively net a fish... head-first, in case you wanted to know!

So today is back to reality... and looking forward to the next opportunity to get away, relax, and maybe fish...maybe knit!