Howdy,
We are living through strange times, with COVID-19 keeping us isolated and the mass unemployment that it has caused. Still, i have managed time to get out and take photos. One thing about living in a rural area is that there is no restriction on being out to enjoy the scenery. Even the state park is open for visitors, although it can be hard to keep your distance on the trails, during peak hours.
After a day working remotely, heading down the back roads to see what there is to see is relaxing. Sometimes I even find something new, when I take a random turn or intentionally get lost for awhile.
This little barn was one of those turns. I wouldn't be able to find it again, but it made for a nice photo. The single power line is a tad distracting, but there wasn't much to be done about it.
As for the state park, I have spent an increasing amount of time there. I would have liked to visit today, but my little corner of Minnesota is being hit with rain and lightning at the moment.
Tuesday, I headed there after work. It was overcast and already late, but I walked around the entire perimeter of the bison enclosure. The bison were bedded down, but the deer were very active. They even posed for a photo!
This old mill lost its blades long ago. It sits atop a hill at the edge of the bison enclosure and has been here long enough to "remember" the last pandemic to come through.
In retrospect, this is a strange assortment of photos. Oh well! This last one was also taken in Minneopa State Park on Tuesday. The lighting was tricky, but I managed to get a sharp image of this little "house." Whatever critter is inside must have heard the news. They certainly haven't gone out in awhile!
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