Such perfect hiking weather, and on such a special property. Tony led us on trails we’d never been on before. His acreage is wonderful.The dogs were at their best, entertaining us and going on lots of “canine only” side trips. Joe managed to get atop a very curious rock – some say he had a… Continue reading

It was yet another amazing day of hiking in Hawley. The Hobble Bush red and black berries were just one sign that summer in on the wan. And no seeming end of great rock formations and fungi. The trail at Basin Brook is often single file … good practice for snowshoeing:) Veteran hiker Gwen and… Continue reading

A perfect late summer hiking day with the best of friends. The woods were welcoming and peaceful, the dogs made the most of it, the fungi were showing off, and the cold waters at Chapel Falls gave us so, so much swimming fun. Maybe that’s an Amanita white mushroom? For sure the very striking red… Continue reading