June 11, 2008

  • Step Construction - Part 2

    And, the saga continues.  When we left the construction last time, the backhoe was digging out a section of the embankment to form a base for the steps.

    It was amazing how precise the backhoe operator was.  He could pick up boulders more easily than I can pick up sewing pins.

    Here are the seven steps after the first day of construction.  The second day the backhoe operator extended the length of each step by about four feet.

    The air or the water has been chilly so far, but we really enjoy the steps.  The view of the lake from the steps is much better than the view from the house.  You don't feel as those the steps are going to crumble beneath your feet either.  It is much more pleasant getting into the lake to swim.  Also, we can carry the kayaks down to the lake in our own backyard now, and the whole procedure is much easier.  (This is especially important when we are carrying The Professor's heavy kayak.)

    We are lucky to have the steps.