Winter of 2010-2011 a Tough One for Outdoor Activities

Between excessive work and excessive snow, I have not had the opportunity to get out much durng this winter.  I was not able to hit the the ice even once to go fishing.  That's a shame.  However, I'll be looking forward to making up for it once the warmer weather hits.  Fishing and turkey season are not far away.  Spring turkey season opens April 27 in Connecticut.  In 2011 look for a few more posts on fishing, a trip to Old Orchard Beach in Maine, camping, hiking, and of course hunting stories.

Blog on Temporary Hold

Please bare with me as the blog is on temporary hiatus. I am traveling to attend to a business emergency. Regular posts will resume upon my return.

J

Winter 2009 -- I'm not dead yet!

As usual, March is coming in like a lion.

The number of posts had dwindled lately, as winter -- aided by a busy schedule -- has put a damper on the number of outdoor activities I've been able to do during this late winter season.

However, as March goes from lion to lamb, expect that to change. By the end of the month the first significant outdoor hike of 2009 will certainly occur. I already have a new hike on the Metacomet trail in mind. That will lead into opening day of fishing, and eventually preparations for spring turkey hunting.

Even through 8 inches of snow, signs of spring are there.

Fall Hunting Season Arrives

The fall 2008 hunting season has already started for some, but it starts for me next week when pheasant season opens. Posts have been slow on Connecticut Outdoors lately because we are in that limbo period where it is too cool for many summer activities, but not yet into the fall season. That changes next week. In addition to posts regarding the hunting season, expect reviews of new equipment including new boots, jacket, and rain gear that I plan to try out this year.

Transitioning to Fall

Connecticut Outdoors is experiencing a little bit of a slow down as we transition from the summer to fall season.

As we move towards fall you can expect a reduced percentage of posts relating to family day-trips, and a higher percentage of posts on fall hunting.

I still have a few family outdoor hikes planned while the weather is still good, but there will be no more beach related posts, no more camping/campground posts, and kayaking season is also likely ending.

I might also try to throw a few equipment reviews in, which are actually quite popular and generate a lot of hits from random Internet users.