People always want to ask me about bears. In 1600 miles of AT hiking, I've seen 6 black bears. I was glad for the experience, but I've come to appreciate the little creatures even more. They skirt around quietly...often unnoticed....adding color and beauty while taking almost nothing in return. Make some time for the little creatures....
Little creatures, little plants, moss, mushrooms.... So much to arouse awe...Your picture is beautiful! My picture is made in the woods nearby, The Latin name is Calocera viscosa, in my country it's called "kleverig koraalzwammetje '' .
Nice! I've managed to section from Springer to Burke's Garden over the years, and chose my trail name Not So Fast as a reminder to slow down and pay attention to everything - wildflowers, insects, fungi. There's always something interesting to look at!
PS. I'm at 3 bears in about 575 AT overnight miles, plus 5 bears on a15 mile dayhike in Shenandoah. That was a bit much!
Burke's Garden...what a nice place. I overnighted at the Chesnut Knob Shelter overlooking Burke's Garden. 5 bears in one day....wow....of the 6 I've seen, only saw 2 together. Two cubs....and since I did not know where mama might be, I moved on in a hurry. My trail name is Celtic
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PS. I'm at 3 bears in about 575 AT overnight miles, plus 5 bears on a15 mile dayhike in Shenandoah. That was a bit much!
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