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To Everything There is a Season: Summer to Fall to Winter

Our time on the trail was limited over the summer, but the wildflower offerings were no less spectacular. It is a gift to bear witness to the transition of seasons, when newly emerging leaves display all hues of green. Summer’s understory is a soothing, lustrous emerald carpet, with blooms interspersed Read more…

By REBECCA, ago

Hogback Ridge Shelter AT- January views & fungi

In mid-January, we had a stretch of wet, windy and warm weather. In the past week, the temperatures have ranged from highs in the sixties to lows in the teens. Yes, the weather can change rapidly here, but it has been a bit more extreme than usual. Our destination was Read more…

By REBECCA, ago

Fall to Winter Transition Hikes

There is no doubt that the plant kingdom has fine-tuned the intricacy of seasonal change that belies the stark landscape of winter. Hiking in winter feels hushed and peaceful, as though everything around you is in deep slumber. Even before the winter solstice arrived, we had already hiked twice in Read more…

By REBECCA, ago