Another week of high temperature avoidance meant an early morning trip to the Crooked River. We’re also dealing with an influx of wildfire smoke. However, we’ve managed to stay out of the worst of the plumes.
Not sure how long that will last.
The extreme heat subsided this week, giving a few more hours before shelter is required. We managed nearly four hours of peaceful stream time a couple of different mornings.
The Kestrel family seems to have moved on, replaced by the Osprey. Birding action at the old tree continues unabated.
Fishing is good. This warmer weather wakes up the aquatic insects. The river’s edge is a lush green as summer’s heat has yet to dry out the riparian growth.
We continue to manage avoiding the worst of the smoke plumes and have some other excursions planned, but these days that means keeping a close eye on the fire reports.
the fire app you recommended is fun! So far we’ve avoided smoke!