With Mom in the hospital we’ve been spending most of the time with her since arriving on Thursday. My sister and her boyfriend spent yesterday morning with mom, so I took a couple of hours and drove up to the state park closest to my hometown. Said park is called Selkirk Shores State Park.
Lake effect snow was moving in over Lake Ontario and the wind was whipping impressively at 30 knots or so. Waves were crashing up onto the frozen beach. Lake Ontario is definitely not frozen over.
Selkirk Shores State Park is undergoing a complete renovation in 2025, and only the beaches will be open for day use. When I was growing up my family would rent one of the rustic cabins for two weeks. I have fond memories of this type of camping.
The impressive wind, the snow, and the whole winter experience really ignited my storm chaser tendencies. After I snapped a selfie I took some video and I’ll probably put a short video together when I get home later this week.
Earl hopped back in the car.
