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Amazing Heritage Trails from around the World.

09.1

Good day!

I always say to celebrate even the smallest milestones

Over my blogs eleven year history, Ive had people ask if Ive published any fiction. Always, I replied, Not yet.

Today I replied, Yes, yes I have.

Squee!

Be everwell.

Good day!

Where I live.

This time of year, its easier to imagine the brown is the ancient lake bottom that existed during the last ice age.

And, no, I dont remember it.

There are no distractions today for continuing the novel scan.

Be everwell.

Good day!

The temperature was volatile while hiking yesterday. Layers open, layers closed.

A few snowflakes fell, then disappeared.

Strange to think that where I live was an ancient glacial lake, the shoreline still visible high above the city.

Be everwell.

Last night was a trail run with a difference - the Afterglow 21k down in Torquay. It was a fantastic run and event all up, lots of fun dressing up and being among a bunch of others also all dayglowed up

They have a big emphasis on inclusiveness and were very actively part of the fight against gender-based violence. Based on the a quick glance around, there were seemed to be a bunch of blokes at the start of the race who were completely unaware that women can not feel safe running trails. A good effort on the organisers' parts to get the message out. More at

This was my son's very first event, he walked the 5k Body Positive Stomp and made friends with another walker with the most amazing huge lit up fairy wings.

- highly recommended if you can get there

07.1

Good day!

Ive hiked in December, but hope to do more.

There wasnt much snow, but it was magical at times & could storm tonight. The sun was disappearing behind the mountains while I was still on the trail, the temperature dropping.

What fun.

Time to jump into the novel scan.

Be everwell.

Above the crowd. Giant's Chest, Sleeping Giant State Park, Hamden, Connecticut. October 25, 2024, 12:22 PM.

Good day!

Pearl Harbor happened on this day.

Winter isnt here yet, at least not officially, but when Im outside, if Im still & quiet, I can hear it whispering.

Soon

Autumn paints in colors, but lately winter has been showing me what it can do with a monochrome palette.

Be everwell.

Downed trees on Sault trail create hazard
A safety warning has been issued for those using the Hiawatha Highlands trails in Sault Ste. Marie due to trees downed by recent storm.

4 Mount Sugarloaf, Deerfield MA

2 to 4 miles Easy & Moderate Mount Sugarloaf stands out dramatically in the landscape of Deerfield, Massachusetts, its southernmost rocky cliffs edge evoking the image of a ship's prow slicing through water.

Good day!

Each day, theres the sense that the clouds overhead are aching to release snow.

I can almost hear them saying, Soon

Thats Mother Nature, she does what she wants in her own time.

Ive tasks for today, & so Im content.

Be everwell.

Insects having fun with my long exposure.
Trails

New partnership aims to enhance trails in Lethbridge river valley
The City of Lethbridge has teamed up with the Lethbridge Trail Alliance to ensure the proper maintenance of coulee pathways.

Early spring sunset at Lost Ponds, Mattatuck State Forest, Plymouth, Connecticut. April 20, 2021, 7:27 PM.

A new partnership looks to improve and maintain trails in Lethbridge's river bottom
A new partnership in Lethbridge will look to improve and maintain paths within the city's river bottom trail network.

We just updated our hiking, biking & trail photography gear page.

Did we miss anything important We usually travel light with the least amount of gear. Trailspotting is non-commercial and ad-free, so the gear we link to is not monetized in any way.

Pink and blue summer sunset at Woodtick Recreation Area, Scoville Reservoir, Wolcott, Connecticut. July 26, 2020, 8:31 PM.

Autumn lends its golden splendor to the Forest

Good day!

The weather remains a little too warm for snow, which is unusually warm. Not that were receiving rain, anyway.

At least the taller peaks are white.

The novel scan is progressing nicely. Creating my editing system taught me so much.

Be everwell.

Autumn canopy over the trail

Evening ridge walk through a burning bush thicket, Sleeping Giant State Park, Hamden, Connecticut. October 25, 2024, 5:06 PM.

Burning bush is categorized as an invasive species here in New England, but for a couple of weeks in autumn it puts on quite a show.

Gnarled pine tree wispy pink sunset above Todd Hollow, Mattatuck State Forest, Terryville, Plymouth, Connecticut. May 24, 2020, 8:27 PM.

Backlit tree and footbridge on Wedekind

Good day!

The days have grown short, the sun struggling to climb high enough to shine above the mountains to the south.

Good days for finding the light within.

Also good days for accomplishing a lot at home. Like my novel scan. Like my blog post.

Be everwell.

Charming little section of the Wedekind Trail

Starting to miss

Luxuriant green forest floor, Sleeping Giant State Park, Hamden, Connecticut. August 13, 2024, 3:55 PM.

Good day!

Ill pass halfway on the Book4 novel scan after my morning walk.

It was tempting to divert from my novel rotation after publishing Book1, but my approach has served me well.

At its heart, my method is about patience. If I lose that, the standard Ive set declines.

Be everwell.

Riverside Park and Drive, New York
"Souvenir Post Card Co., New York and Berlin"--printed on border. New York, N.Y. (printed in Germany)
&paths (State)

November stillness, Herron Pond, White Memorial Foundation, Morris, Connecticut. November 19, 2024, 1:56 PM

Good day!

Ive caught up on my sleep now & am firmly returned to Book4s novel scan. Im 42% of the way (yes, I track it).

The temperatures are again on the warm side of average here. I need to pick a day & trail to hike soon.

Be everwell.

Another day on the . A 12 inch Douglas Fir came down and brought a small Madrone down with it. Both died in the 2017 Nuns Canyon fire. Fortunately we hike with a small chainsaw and were able to get the Madrone out of the way. The Fir will have to wait until we carry in the larger saw.

Above the city, Hancock Brook Trail, Waterbury, Connecticut. October 24, 2020, 6:02 PM.

Good day!

I hope everyone had a wonderful day yesterday. I had a wonderful day of animals, food, football (Go Pack Go!), and love.

I was gone for 36 hours.

My walk was a trail out of town that passed this photogenic piece of history, the Mission Mountains hidden.

Now, the routine returns.

Be everwell.

Coming out of the forest onto the cliffs, Giant's Chest, Sleeping Giant State Park, Hamden, Connecticut. October 16, 2024, 1:16 PM.

4 Straightback Mt, Alton NH
4-6 miles Moderate

This looping trail is study in contrasts. Wide snowmobile trails, exposed granite caps and a narrow Precipice Path await.

bit of storm damage on the

Chasing light trails and capturing moments that glow. Sydney nightlife reimagined

Falcom Unveils December 2024 Calendar Wallpaper Featuring Class VII

Good day!

This is Drey the squirrel. Each morning I leave her an offering along the trail I walk.

Ive an hour drive ahead of me this Thanksgiving holiday here in the US. Food, football, & socializing await.

Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate, & to everyone

Be everwell.

Last updated: 2024-12-09