Pine Valley Pathway circles a small lake called Lost Lake (no relation to the one at Ludington State Park). Sun on water is impossible to beat.
If you walk quickly with only a goal to hike a lot of miles, it's likely you'll only see brown woods and the lake. But with just a little more attention, lots of interesting things can be found.
This is an aging polypore fungus, probably turkeytail.
How about another red oak leaf- actually showing some red.
Don't forget to look up. I can't decide if this looks like winged victory or a viking helmet. I was wishing for a hawk to come sit on it, but that didn't work. (Chuckle)
Finally, a tiny blossom. The witch hazel bushes bloom in the fall. Don't these little flowers look like like they were made from shredded paper?
Lots of goofing off today. I think I have to get busy again tomorrow!
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There are just places that's always have a picture perfect effect. Just like the first one or perhaps I just love nature photos. lol
ReplyDeleteI have never seen a flower blossom like that before. Thanks for sharing the pics.
ReplyDeleteI can't walk quickly any more.
ReplyDeleteI like that red oak leaf. Oh yes, and winged victory too. I watched as a turkey vulture landed on a branch much like that. As the vulture put weight on the branch it broke. The bird flew off in search of a better perch. :)
ReplyDeletelove the fungus!
ReplyDeleteYou always find good stuff for us. :)
ReplyDeleteborris- there is a strong appeal for most of us in a beautiful outdoor scene.
ReplyDeleteGlynis- well, it's a shrub, but that is indeed its flower
John- all the better for looking closely!
Loretta- I thought it was beautiful too. I took several pix
Lin- I try, pally, I try (and for me too!)
so glad that you didn't take a brisk walk. Much rather see all the little treasures you found.
ReplyDeleteIf walking slow means you don't miss anything, then I should have thousand of photos! My gait is about that of a turtle.
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