Nearly 24mm of rain over this past week, and lake level has risen by an inch. Forest fire hazard rating is low. Grass is green, and birches have stopped dropping leaves. Underbrush continues to change into fall colours, and birches are slowly changing. No colour change in poplars yet. No frost yet. Recreational activity quiet on the lake this past wet weekend. Early fall preparations are underway. Gardens and grass are moist and not needing extra watering. Frequent bear and scat sightings nearby. Feeling like near normal conditions.