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 > Rime Ice on Tansy Stalks; Two Harbors, Minnesota
 > Blue Norther and Drifting Snow, Artist's Point; Grand Marais, Minnesota

Blue Northers are fierce northwest winds that can sometimes follow a winter storm. They drive bitter cold air south under bright blue skies, hence their name. On this morning, the northwest wind was gusting to over fifty miles per hour. That made walking very difficult, indeed!
 > Afternoon Silhouette  
A strong afternoon sun cast strong shadows through this protective snow fence.
 > The Old Coast Guard Station; Grand Marais, Minnesota
 > All That's Visible
 > Falling Snow on the Cascade River; Cascade River State Park; Lutsen, Minnesota

The golden-amber color in the water and ice comes from tannins.
 > White Out:  
On a December afternoon a snow squall rolls across Wabigoon Lake, obliterating the far shoreline.  The sun still managed to burn through the clouds, making it's presence felt.
 > Curling Spray; Grand Marais, Minnesota

Temps close to zero Fahrenheit, frost smoke, and a stiff southwest wind make for some interesting possibilities.
Afternoon Silhouette
A strong afternoon sun cast strong shadows through this protective snow fence.
 > Afternoon Silhouette  
A strong afternoon sun cast strong shadows through this protective snow fence.
Afternoon Silhouette
A strong afternoon sun cast strong shadows through this protective snow fence.
Photo by: Double-S-posure • see photo in gallery

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