We get icebergs that calve from the Greenland icesheet along the east coast of the Avalon Peninsula of Newfoundland every year. They can be seen sometimes far out at sea from the tops of cliffs. It takes wind from the right direction at the right time to blow an occasional berg into the small coves and bays along the coast. An act of randomness, otherwise the bergs would just continue on their drift south.
While bergs can be seen from vantage points on land, seeing them from the seat of kayak at water level is awe-inspiring. They seem to have their own micro-environment, say nothing of the danger. This one was grounded but we still kept our distance.
Stan and I took advantage of a chance to paddle to this berg on Saturday because not all bergs are accessible and then on top of that, there's the randomness of the weather cooperating to allow us to get on the water. Hopefully there will be more happenstance yet this spring.
Tony :-)
3 comments:
I guess it all happens for a reason Tony. Even if it is just to observe and be a bit closer to nature, good enough for me.
Yes Stan they're presented to us on a platter for our enjoyment. Hopefully we'll have a few more to check out this season.
How about a roll in company of bergs?
Tony :-)
Hi Tony, I have enjoyed your trip with Stan to see the 'bergs! :o)
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