by Joe Shorthouse
MANITOULIN–One of the most beautiful sights on Manitoulin Island during the period of freezing temperatures in early winter, but before too much snow arrives, is the formation of ice on branches and rocks near local streams and water falls. Saturday, November 15 provided just the right conditions for this to occur. Temperatures averaged about -5C throughout the day and along with high humidity and a slight wind, it was cold enough for ice to build up. Even though warm gloves and a hat were worn, it felt uncomfortably cool, but then it takes a while for us to become acclimated to cold temperatures.
