This summer has been the strangest I've ever seen. The weather has been cool and breezy with an autumnal feel. Normally by the end of summer plants are parched and dry. This year, August is still full of lush green plants and mushrooms galore. Take a hike with us and share in our discoveries.
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| fern forest + stream = perfection |
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| I love these variegated leaves. |
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| Meet: Yoda Bob. We found him mid-hike and spent the rest of the afternoon getting to know him. |
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| This perfect mushroom growing among the moss was a gift, for sure. |
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| These are quite poisonous, known as Jack-O-Lanterns. |
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| This tiny mushroom forest had an Eco system all it's own. |
YAY!!! Your back!!! I couldn't agree more with you on the weather this summer. Your mushroom shots are glorious! I especially like the one of the mushroom surrounded by the carpet of lush green! A wonderful weekend to you! Nicole xo
ReplyDeleteThanks as always Nicole!
DeleteDo you guys ever hike on the part of the Appalachian outside of Waynesboro? These photos remind of the area where we like to go.
ReplyDeleteNope, maybe you can take me to your favorite spots. I would love to explore other parts. We normally venture close to home or in the VA area.
DeleteI love mushrooms. I really need to get a mushroom book to figure out which types are edible. Beautiful photos, what a fun and pretty hike!
ReplyDeleteThis is what I use my husband for. haha I trust him totally. We didn't find any edibles on this particular day.
DeleteYour woods are absolutely beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI love the ferns by the stream, such a peaceful setting. It sounds like you enjoyed your walk :-) .
ReplyDeletelooks like you had a wonderful wander
ReplyDeletefinding treasures galore
i love finding mushrooms!
Hi Kate,
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely lovely hike!!! Stunning pictures too!
I enjoyed my visit! :-) Many Blessings, Liinie
This reminds me that I haven't been on a walk through nature for a very long time...
ReplyDeleteHi Kate, thanks for leaving a comment on my blog! I love the plant with the variegated leaves from your second photo, too. Would really like to know what it is... The Jack-O-Lanterns are quite stunning as well. Amazing that you found so many mushrooms on your hike. Thanks for sharing! Warm regards,
ReplyDeleteChristina