Rain cancelled our hike, so Plan 2 happened. Off to the exhibit of medicinal plants found in the ruins of Pompei and surrounding towns after the volcanic eruption of 79 AD. Having been with dear dear college friend at the Pompei site in 1962, this was especially wonderful for me. First photo is a recreation… Continue reading

We were hardly ever out of eyesight, or of hearing rushing water today. This rather remote State Forest land is spectacular. The first part of the hike went along a beautiful stream, but as we kept hiking higher and higher it was eventually out of sight. Then onto narrow rough paths, more like dry stream… Continue reading

Weather still a bit nippy, but the Thursday Hikers had another great, great day. We found the remains of what we reckoned to be an old CCC cabin. The remaining chimney was s nostalgic remnant. We walked up, up, and up! a power line for a while and, with no canopy, delighted in discovering lichens,… Continue reading

At last I have captured my photos from last week. Here are a few souvenirs from a place that captures the magic of May. It’s a hike we anticipate all year long. Peaceful, quiet, and so beautiful. I’ve included the photo of the birdwatcher man who we met along a trail, and who has been… Continue reading