An Indian Summer....
What does it really mean??
An Indian summer is a heat wave that occurs in the autumn. It refers to a period of considerably above-normal temperatures, accompanied by dry and hazy conditions, usually after there has been a killing frost.
Why Indian? Well, no one knows but, as is commonplace when no one knows, many people have guessed. Here are a few of the more commonly repeated guesses:
- When European settlers first came across the phenomenon in America it became known as the Indian's Summer.
- The haziness of the Indian Summer weather was caused by prairie fires deliberately set by Native American tribes.
- It was the period when First Nations/Native American peoples harvested their crops.
Regardless to differing opinions, I think we can all agree that we love it! This particular October day we took advantage of the glorious day. We headed to Skutz Falls on the the way to Lake Cowichan. With walking stick in hand we set out exploring while taking in the beautiful summer like rays. The day was so warm that Rob and Evan actually ventured into the water. Now I'm not allowed to post pictures of boys in their boxers, but let me assure you it would bring a smile to your face. As warm as the air felt, I don't think the water was the same.
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