Yesterday was warm and cloudy with light snow in the afternoon. Just enough fell to freshen up the snowpack; that is now about eighteen inches or so in the woods. This morning on our walk the signs of all kinds of wildlife where everywhere. Mice of course, although I cannot imagine why they would come out on top of the snow and make themselves vulnerable to hawks and owls. Fox and coyotes had crossed our path in several places since the snow fell last evening.
Last week a group of us went to Millinocket where we rented snowmobiles from the New England Outdoor Center planning to ride through Baxter State Park and return. This trip was perfect with lots of snow in the park and excellent riding conditions. 
The days are getting longer resulting in a pleasant late afternoon and evening. Argy and I walk almost every day and have been taking advantage of the longer afternoons. Our view provides excellent sunrise views but the sun sets behind us on the other side of our ridge. When we walk we go up and over the hill getting a chance to see the late winter sunsets. Some of the sunsets lately have been spectacular, like this one.
