We were off exploring a nature trail that climbs a steep escarpment yesterday. It was sunny, but cool enough to be comfortable with the exertion of climbing a rock strewn path. The view was far-reaching, the autumn colours more muted now, just the yellow of aspens and rusted burgandy of oaks.
We've had two gloriously sunny, autumn days, and today has dawned with a crisp white frost all over. The milkweed pods are exploding into silken puffs.
This morning's hike around to check the trail cameras has yielded some nice pictures.
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| Cow moose wandering by |
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| Young doe |
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| The Wood Gatherer |
There are still flashes of bright colours here and there, but the peak of colour is over for this year.
Great photos! I can't believe the peak of color is over so soon, it seems like it just started. I'm in Florida so I never see it at all. Have a great week :)
ReplyDeleteHi Martha: Up here, the time of peak colour can vary anywhere between mid Sept. to mid Oct. The average is around the last week of Sept. There is still lots of colour, but leaves are falling now.
DeleteAh, yes, the Elusive Wood Gatherer! Such an inspiring sight to spot one. (And what a nice haul he has with him!)
ReplyDeleteLike the Energizer Bunny, he just keeps going and going!
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