The Dusty Trail

I love this time of year. The weather is basically perfect. 

It is not too hot, the humidity is still low, and the days are growing longer everyday. 

It is hard not to spend every free moment outdoors.
What better way to enjoy time outside than on a hike up a ridge line.

The trail to the ridge line was lined with the blossoms of dainty bluets taking in the afternoon sun. 

The trail climbs up the ridge line. 

From this rocky outlook you can see the contrast to the lush forrest below.

Succulents are at home in the rock crevasses found all around the ridge line.

As the sun begins to fade we follow the dusty trail down into the forrest.

A striking pink trillium in bloom shines through the dusk lighting as we enter the forrest. 

Under a canopy of the trees a white tail deer crosses the trail

and continues to walk silently into the woodland.

The beauty of the forrest is something that brings joy to all that 

take the time to explore it with open eyes.

I hope these photos inspire you to enjoy an outdoor adventure of your own this weekend!