Dark sky safari.

Slow start both in terms of getting going & in terms of the weather - the greyness didn't encourage getting out & about though the forecast suggested things would pick up. While Liz was sorting out her hair there was a bike to be made ready. Once done it would be rude not to have a go. Admittedly not the best but it did the job - quick cycle to the other side of the bay - some hefty hills & gravelly tracks. Back for a lunchtime snack and an explore of the tracks around the cottage. Disappointed at the lack of wildlife - the guest book was full of smug sightings & would've hoped for something in either or both of the outings. Had to go into St Andrews for some shopping, to investigate laundry options but also to have a look around. Very quiet & quaint it was too though in August it might have been a very different picture. The High St was pure Americana with lots of touristy shops & restaurants. The quay was very focussed on whale watching which is a possibility. Stocked up & checked out the Blockhouse one of only 2 such fortifications left in Canada. Liz spotted some deer snaffling fallen apples & followed them into the nearby park. They tolerated us until a noisy kid showed up. Got where they were coming from. Stopped off at the town beach - possible swim tomorrow maybe. Back to cook tea & as we were 3 deer roamed onto the back lawn for a graze. Evening seems to be the time. After tea, spent some time enjoying the clear and dark skies. Helps with glasses on though.Read more