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| The original plan was to loop through the remote interior portions of the BWCA on the Frost and Louse rivers in search of moose. Unfortunately, due to high winds and a stolen portage yoke, I was unable to travel that far. I opted instead to wander the area of the Kawishiwi River north to beautiful Adams Lake and back again to my starting point on Kawishiwi Lake. To my disappointment I saw no moose. Luckily, I was presented with many wonderful scenes and an experience I will always remember. Landscape and wildlife photography by Todd Palmquist. |
| 10 - day solo trip along the Kawishiwi River System |
| The blueberries and raspberries were in season and grow everywhere in this region. Needless to say, they were part of every meal. |
| Large boulders in Kawishiwi Lake. |
| Near camp on Kawasachong Lake. |
| I followed this curious Mink for 20 minutes one evening as it patrolled the riverbank for food. He seemed just as interested in me as I was with him. |
| Early morning departure from Adams Lake. |
| Every morning I woke before dawn, tore down camp and was off in the canoe before sunrise. I would just drift in the fog drinking my morning coffee and scan the shoreline for wildlife. Occasionally, I would make a few casts with the fish pole, but mostly I would just sit and listen to the loons and take it all in. This is what makes those boring and lonely nights alone in the wilderness worthwhile; complete and utter tranquillity. |
| Self-portrait at an Adams Lake campsite using a tripod and timer. |
| Water Lily growing next to the portage on Beaver Lake. |
| My view from camp on Adams Lake. |
| The winds calm and the sun comes out after an evening shower on the Kawishiwi River. Look close and you can see the swarm of mosquitoes. |
| A blurry and poorly lit photograph of a Black Bear swimming across the narrows of Malberg Lake. The only image I got from this fleeting moment. |
| Mergansers searching the shoreline for food. |
| The Kawishiwi River |
| A calm morning on Malberg Lake. |
| A short portage trail goes around this small set of rapids along the Kawishiwi River. |
| Cedar trees along the Kawishiwi River shoreline. |
| All images copyright 2010 - Todd Palmquist Photography |
| Boundary Waters Canoe Area August 2009 |