This types of rainfall (also known as orographic) occurs when air has been blown over a large water mass and is then forced up over an area of high land. This causes air to cool and the moisture in the air to condense and rain to fall.
This type of rainfall occurs when warm air is forced to rise over cold air. The moisture in the warm air condenses as it cools which creates clouds and rain.
This type of rainfall generally occurs in tropics or warm climates. When air is hot it rises and cools and condenses to create precipitation. When the air is very hot it rises quickly and creates thunderstorms!
When you are laying in the grass looking up at the clouds daydreaming have you ever wondered what kind of clouds you are actually looking at? Check out the names/descriptions of the different clouds below to find out.
High Clouds (16,500-45,000 feet)
Cirrus – delicate feathery clouds with wispy shapes
Cirrostratus – Thin, white clouds that cover the whole sky like a veil. More commonly seen in the winter
Cirrocumulus – Thin, sometimes patchy, sheet-like clouds.
Mid-level Clouds (6,500-23,000 feet)
Altocumulus – Several patchy white or gray layers and look to have fluffy ripple rows.
Altostratus – Gray or blue-gray that usually cover the entire sky.
Nimbostratus – Thick, dark, gray clouds that seem to fade in falling rain or snow.
Low Clouds (less than 6,500 feet)
Cumulus – Fluffy, white cotton ball clouds
Stratus – Thin, white sheets covering the whole sky.
Cumulonimbus – From far away these clouds will look like huge mountains. They grow larger on warm, wet days as air rises higher in the sky!
Stratocumulus – Patchy gray or white clouds often seen with a dark honeycomb-like appearance.
We love our pets! Sharing the adventure with them makes life’s relaxing moments even sweeter!!
There are amazing routes available throughout Lake Winnebago and the Fox River Valley that one can adventure with their dog on a paddle board or in a kayak.
We love hitting the water with a paddler’s best friend! From our experience, being prepared, being in tune with your dog’s needs, and staying safe is all it takes to create great memories!
3 quick tips for success:
Good Training: If your dog enjoys water and will not run/swim off, you are all set to have a fun day on the water!
Appropriate Gear: Many people choose to purchase a PFD for their dog – even if your dog can swim, it is a good idea as an extra safety measure.
Matching Dogs Size with Kayak Space/Weight Capacity: With a small dog, this is not usually an issue, but if your dog is larger, you will need to double check that the kayak will comfortably fit both you and your dog.
Fox River Kayaking Company provides guided adventures and rentals for independent outings throughout the Fox River Valley from the Northern shores of Lake WInnebago and up the Fox River all the way to Green Bay. Dogs and Humans welcome! 😉
There are dogs waiting, not only to adventure with you, but in need of a home! Fox Valley Humane Association may be taking care of your future best friend, and we thank them for inviting us to include their dogs in our photo.
This week we are excited to give the spot light to Paperfest! On July 18th – 20th we will be supporting the festivities with 2 excursions (Picking up & ending at festival), donating portion of proceeds to community non-profits – ‘Book Now’ button below to join the fun! Enjoy their article to learn more!
The 31st annual Paperfest
presented by Community First Credit Union will be held July 18-20, 2019 at
beautiful Sunset Park in Kimberly, WI. The three day free-admission,
community-driven festival features fun for the whole family from live music to
carnival rides to family tent and activities. This is just part of the fun
Paperfest has to offer!
Thanks to the tremendous support of great partners, Paperfest is able to remain a free-admission festival with live music, hot air balloon glow, 5K run/walk, extreme motorcycle show, family entertainers, Tour de Fest bike ride, kids games, Fox River Kayaking Company – Paperfest Paddle, petting zoo and much, much more.
Originated in 1989 by Dr. James Boots and
Dennis Smits, this annual summer event is a community effort. Paperfest is
organized by Kim-Com Promotions – a nonprofit organization made up of
volunteers from Northeast Wisconsin that enjoy giving their time and expertise
back to the community.
Paperfest was named after the booming paper
mills that brought life to the Fox River Valley but years after the Kimberly
mill has closed, this name is a reminder of the history our community shares. It
really is all about community! Paperfest strengthens the community by utilizing
the expertise of volunteers and generosity of partners to bring the community
together to enjoy wonderful entertainment, food and activities.
Funds from Paperfest are donated directly
back into the community. Throughout the 30-year history of Paperfest, nearly $850,000
has gone back to more than 50 nonprofit, civic and service organizations such
as fire departments and Boy Scout troops.
Some of the groups utilize these funds to
send kids to camp while others buy supplies to do more good for the community.
Paperfest helps not only nonprofit organizations in Kimberly but throughout the
Fox Cities. It takes many organizations to make an event like this run smoothly
and the community benefits! Come out and support local nonprofits and most
importantly – have some fun.
Paperfest attract fans from all over Northeast
Wisconsin and the Saturday headliner Quiet Riot will sure be a draw. As the sun
goes down, the lights go up for some great free live music acts including Kevin
Chalfant’s Journey Experience from his days with Journey, Fran Cosmo formerly
of Boston, and local acts Driftwood and Mistrial.
Grab some friends and enjoy some free live
music or bring the family out for a full day of fun on Saturday. The kids will
love the petting zoo, carnival rides, bouncing around in bubble suits playing
bubble soccer, inflatables, building a teddy bear with Teddy Bear Mobile, or
enjoying the waterfront.
Visit www.paperfest.org for more information and like the Paperfest Facebook page for the most up-to-date information.