I'm up around 11am again today (though no excuse of tiredness this time). While drying my socks on the tarp, I notice a wood-colored inchworm.




I also remember to take a picture of Nibi's "South America Rock" though the water appears to be much higher than it was in June of 2004.



Nibi's South America Rock -- June 2003

Photo Copyright LHR Images -- Used by permission

I decide to go see the rapids leading to South Hope Lake. After I shove off, I pause to take a picture of camp from the water.




An eagle soars overhead and accompanies me along the way to the rapids. I locate the rapids (more of a mini-rapids), have some lunch (a helicopter flew over during lunch, which I find quite curious) and take pictures.

I head back toward camp and fish a bit along the way. I catch and release a small northern and another 2 lb. smallie. Back at camp, casting from shore I land a 1 lb. smallie -- perfect dinner for one!

After dinner, the sunset is again excellent for photography -- though there are no clouds tonight, the dark blue hue of the sky serves just as well.










I spot a beaver swimming by (I've noticed in PMAs I tend to see more wildlife, but from a greater distance -- which makes sense as the animals are probably less used to humans).

I head to the tent around 10pm and drift off to sleep.