-Messenger photo by Elijah Decious
Ash, the miniature Australian shepherd, watches Nash Terry, 10, play with fresh, powdery snow on New Yearâs Day at Brushy Creek State Recreation Area. -Messenger photo by Elijah Decious
A red-headed woodpecker breaks the soothing silence of a brisk winter day on Friday at Brushy Creek State Recreation Area with persistent taps. -Messenger photo by Elijah Decious
Rossi, a white Samoyed on her second New Yearâs Day hike in the woods, excitedly pulls owner Pete Wilcox, of Webster City, through Brushy Creek State Recreation Area. -Messenger photo by Elijah Decious
In the dead of winter, even the least attractive weeds and flowers find a refreshing new look after being glazed by ice and snow in a blizzard.