Sky at Graveyard Fields 10-17-10

We went to Graveyard Fields to get in a niced hike and enjoy the fall foliage. At this elevation it is past the peak but still beautiful. There were 100's of people it seemed like near the falls and in the parking area, but was still peaceful once we were on the back ridge trail.

Sky was wondering what was taking me so long, she always ready to go and enjoyed our 4 1/2 mile hike very much. The weather was perfect, low 60's and bright sunshine.

Sky made lots of friends along the way, always polite and several folks commented on how well behaved she was, particularly when we were near the water and parking area.

This photo was taken at the same spot where Linda, Jam, Trixie, Sky and I all took a break on her visit to us last summer. Sky and I had a rest and let a group of folks with 5 dogs pass us and get on down the trail.

Joe & Deb vacation in Maine Sept 2010

Joe & Deb with friends Anne & Furman Owen vactioned in Maine in Septemeber, while Sky and George enjoyed a week at Creature Comforts (well, Sky enjoyed, George wasn't so sure about being in a kennel setting to start with, but he warmed up. Lot of lobster was consumed during our week near Acadia National Park.

The whale watching trip was a huge success, seeing 8 separate Fin Whales, though catching one on the camera proved to be challenging. We also saw numerous seals and birds on the 3 hr boat trip.

This sign in New Brunswick Canada really caught our attention. . .

Very pictuesque harbor on Desert Island, Maine. Much of the island is incorporated into Acadia National Park, but there are many sections that are privately owned. We enjoyed our stay in this part of the country very much, the only thing missing was Sky!

TWC Retrieving Ratings Oct 2010

The Tarheel Weim Club held a Retrieving Rating at the home of members Carol and Charles Parron in Clayton NC on October 3, 2010. They open up the grounds for practice on Saturday to get ready for the rating on Sunday. Sky during practice on Sat, waiting for the bird thrower to take postion.

During the rating on Sunday, Sky is eager if nothing else, unfortunately a pass was not in her future for this day. She ran like she was shot from a cannon, did a great pick up on the bird, came in about 5 feet, dropped the bird, looked at me, and decided she would get it ready for the pot by plucking. . . bad, bad Sky. Back to work on her recall, but I was thrilled with her enthusiasm and during Sat. practice going right into the water and doing several wonderful retrieves. Sky is a work in progress, but we always have fun together.

Max Patch Hike Oct 9-David, Kat, Sky

Our son David and his fiancee Kat came for a visit early October and a hike to Max Patch, one of our favorite places. The leaves were beginning to turn, and was a real treat for Kat who grew up in California.

Sky and Deb at the Rhodendron tunnel

A very tired Sky after her hike, a tired Weim is a good Weim!

More from Colorado Trip

Pam and two of her wonderful Golden Retrievers on the "back 40"

Pam had 10 puppies born shortly before I arrived, as we went straight to Estes Park when she picked me up, this was the first time I saw them. They were the most amazing, sweet pups, and started standing and barking just before I left to come home. She had to count them carefully as I was threatening to spirit on on the plane with me.

Amazing sunrises from Pam's porch. . .

And just a few minutes earlier. . .

Trip to Colorado August 2010 - No Sky, but lot's of dogs

My brother Michael with his two girls, Emma and Rachel. I always try to visit with them on my trips out west.

Flyway Goldens, my sister Pam's "herd". This shot was taken in front of her house, she lives on 40 acres in north central Colorado near the town of Greeley. Yes, after a few days I could tell them apart, but this was right after she and I returned from our trip to Estes Park and there are several young ones in this group I had yet to meet. They love to run and it is a beautiful sight to see their golden coats against the green of the hay fields.

Pam and I always have loved horses and were thrilled to have the chance to ride in Rocky Mountain National Park. It was just the two of us and a wrangler named Joe, we had a blast and saw some gorgeous country.

Pam and I after arriving at Gem Lake. It's about a 2 1/2 mile hike, but 1000 ft elevation gain. We made this hike many years ago so it was on our bucket list to do once again! I'm glad to say we survived, and even made the horse back ride the following day. Of course, the hot tub at the resort we stayed at did help!

I love hiking the Appalachians at home, but the Colorado Rockies are striking and beautiful in a very different way. I love them both and feel very fortunate to have the opportunity to enjoy East and West mountains.

Sky & Mia at Cedar Rock Park Aug 2010

After showing in Greensboro toward the end of August, we finished up early enough to take Mia and Sky for a run in Cedar Rock Park, Burlington, NC. When Joe & I lived in Burlington I tracked, hiked and swam my dogs in this park regularly. In fact, our foundation bitch, Misty, is buried here. I have a photo very similar to this one of Misty and her son, Dusty taken on this very spot back in 1984!

Sky and Mia enjoyed playing in Rock Creek to cool off. We were impressed both the girls waded right in, but wasn't quite deep enough for a swim. Isn't it nice to have Weimaraners with great coats so we can go play in the middle of a show circuit without having to worry about messing up our grooming!

Sky and Mia are so good together, they love to run and play in the woods, and stop for a quick cool off and drink.