Enjoying Winter

Galloway Creek, Menomonie Wisconsin

For about 5 or 6 years now, my hubby has been monitoring the salt levels in the creeks around the city of Menomonie Wisconsin.  With winter upon us once more in the Midwest, our city and county crews either brine the roads/streets or use salt to help melt the snow and ice.  Unfortunately, the high levels of salt run-off can be very devastating to the little creatures that live in those waters.  The health of a stream, creek or river is so important.  So, that's why Bike man volunteers his time to monitor the creeks for the DNR.  He's a true environmentalist.  

And guess who accompanies Bike man on these salt monitoring trips?  Yup, ME!!!

It usually takes about 2 1/2 hours to complete all the creeks and involves lots of walking since you have to hike down to the creeks. For me, it's just about the exercise, fresh air, peace and quiet and moving my body!

Oh, and I'm the official photographer too......