During the winter - barren branches point skyward, and shiver with the howling winter winds.
Not evergreens. Coniferous trees can withstand harsh climates, due to
1 - The needles are coated with wax which prevents the loss of water.
2 - The needles are soaked in resin which helps the needle withstand freezing.
3 - The the shape of the needles is an asset in winter because it offers no resistance to the wind.
4 - They tend to be thin and grow close together. This gives them protection from the cold and wind.
5 - They are usually shaped like an upside down cone to protects the branches from breaking under the weight of all that snow. The snow slides right off the slanted branches.
They are also a very popular spot to hide caches, due to the fact that they offer cover all year long!
-20 is not a rare temperature by any means during the winter in Regina. If it's sunny, it may just be a pleasant day!
This cache is in a pleasant park in the south end of town.
Good luck, dress in layers, wear high boots, and keep yourself warm and dry - have a good time!
Winter's Fury #1 - Autumn Frost/Spring Thaw
Winter's Fury #2 - Chillin' Out by the Lake
Winter's Fury #3 - Forever Green
Winter's Fury #4 - The Arctic Frontier
Congratulations to these cachers who have completed the challenge! (These cachers included a picture which is requirement 2. of the challenge) navyguider, SaskAcadie, gr8pix, AlsT1910a, LaDeBA