The Quiet Glow of a Foggy Night in Otter Creek
Some nights in Otter Creek don’t need stars to be interesting. Discover the quiet beauty of a single light cutting through thick fog and fresh snow in a place where silence feels alive.
Gaining Back the Daylight at Otter Creek
After the winter solstice, the days slowly start getting longer again. Over the next 60 days here in northwest Wisconsin, we gain more than two hours of daylight—and you can really feel it by February.
A Perfect Winter Solstice Sunset.
There is something special about being out in the country during the winter. Today is the Winter Solstice, which means it’s the shortest day of the whole year. While the sun wasn’t out for long, it sure made an entrance before it left!
Orion Standing Guard Over Otter Creek
Orion stands guard over the quiet waters of Otter Creek. A unique look at the night sky from the perspective of The Otter Creek Redneck.
The Big Dipper Tilts Away Before the Winter Solstice
Before the sun finally turns back to spring, the Big Dipper tilts away to the north over Otter Creek.
There’s a kind of cold that makes most people stay inside. A kind that bites my cheeks, stiffens my fingers, and makes me wonder if stepping outside is really worth it. This is one of those nights.
Winter Stars and a Quiet Glow in Otter Creek
Experience the deep quiet of Otter Creek on a winter night. See the Northern Lights shimmer above the hills and discover the simple, enormous beauty of rural stargazing.