We have lived in California so long we have forgotten what it is like to have constant rain. No wonder the grass everywhere is so bright green. Some lakefront homes look like they are close to flooding.
Today starts out gray but the winds of yesterday have died down. There is an approaching storm and we are trying to beat it by leaving early. Weather along the coast of Lake Michigan can be fierce. Well we make it partway but then the torrential rains come, blinding and relentless for 15 min. but feeling like hours! There is no where to pull over so we plow through with white knuckles, kudos to Ray.
The towns along the Wisconsin coast have a history of logging and shipping, and some have beautifully restored brick buildings. Heading westward from the coast are cornfields, woods, meandering rivers, and many lakes. We take a break in the little town of Shawamo for brunch at the Farmers Inn, a cute little local cafe. As quickly as the rains come, the skies clear and it is a beautiful afternoon. In the sunlight, the ripe corn tassels create a bright golden palette that is breathtaking.
Pine Harbor Campground is near Lake Wissota on the outskirts of Chippewa Falls, almost to Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Out of the lake flows the Chippewa River which flows to the Mississippi. The sites are spacious and full of large pines. We manage to cook, eat dinner, play horseshoes and walk before it rains again.
Together we are gaining on the learning curve, taking baby steps- filled the fresh water tank today. Funny, I feel like we are on our honeymoon, traversing this incredible country together.