Friday, January 18, 2019

Front-loading the weekend

Made almost 4 miles with just Doz in the park today. Weather was perfect for hiking – warm enough that the ice slicks on the trail had softened a bit and I wasn't afraid of falling every time I took a step, but not so warm that everything turned into a mud pit. I wanted to get a good walk in for him today since the weather is so unpredictable for the next four days or so (possible blizzard the next 2, then teens to single-digit temps the next 2 after that).




The trails were almost deserted – I think I only saw three other people the whole time we were out there. I actually felt safe enough to drop Doz's leash temporarily to get a nice picture of him against the snow and trees.


Saw what looked to be pretty distinctive beaver sign well off the more-populated trails and near the wetlands at the back- will have to keep our eyes out in the spring to see if we can spot them.


 It was really quiet and the snow made everything feel peaceful.  I spent a lot of time taking pics anytime Dozer stopped to sniff.  :) 

Birch bark contrasting against pine:


Straight row of pine trees standing sentinel: 

Really neat fungus growth up this large dead tree trunk:
 

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