Woodland Walk

It felt good to be out without a mask! There’s no need for one on our trails. I inhaled the fresh, cold air and looked for signs of life. I soon discovered three spots where deer had recently bedded down; and the sighting of the oval-shaped, melted patches was a first on our trails. I studied the beds carefully before moving on.

We didn’t get the snow they predicted today, but plenty remained from recent snowfalls; and each step I took sunk in deep. Good thing I had my high boots on; but unlike my hiking boots, they don’t stop the ankles from rocking this way and that on uneven terrain. No doubt the healed-but-easily-irritated achilles will complain later, but who cares? The winter beauty sunk in deep, too; and that’s what matters.

[Milanie]

Think that's what I like best about the woods - no masks. Don't really mind them - just seem so free in the woods.

[Kerri Michaels]

very nice

[Lin]

Beautiful comp and focus ♥

[mittens (Marilyn)]

Great dof. Great place to go to get away from things and be able not to wear a mask.

[Van]

Gorgeous composition and great dof. Looks like a beautiful winter hike.

[GaryW]

Great focus.

[Helen Jane]

this presents such an invitation to explore your trails in winter. I wish I could - although I would have the same problem as you with my welllingtons instead of boots. I so enjoy the white snow against the tree colours.