Ice flowing by the WPWA headquarters at Barberville Dam is a sure sign that spring is rapidly approaching. This shot was taken as a large ice sheet made its way over the Barberville Dam this week. An impressive sight that pictures alone can’t convey. The ice originates from Frying Pan Pond just upstream of our office on the Wood River. If you’re looking for something to do outside this weekend, consider a trip to our campus to watch the ice migrate downstream.
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Great site so far. You need to authorize followers to your blog so your new posts show up on my dashboard.
Excellent site. I'm glad the Wood River Press led me to it. 3 great pics on the opening page! The WPWA does such great work. Thanks for making it even better. Tom M - Richmond
This picture and the season reminds me of an incident that occurred at this dam back in the 1980's. People that portage around the dam need to be careful as 2 canoeists died when their canoe was drawn backwards under the falls at this location. A third person survived and was rescued downstream. Every time I look at this dam, I still ask myself, how could this have happened? It just looks too small to be that great a risk. All three canoeists involved in the incident were wearing PFDs. A ranger from DEM Forestry put on a survival suit and was roped off during the rescue attempt. Scott just couldn't get there in time.
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