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Enjoying Nature Under The Changing Skies At Community Park
I returned to the local Community Park near my home in Hazle Township Luzerne County for a few more afternoon hikes these past two weeks. I love my hikes out here. I have been visiting the park since I was six years old. I begin my leisurely 3 mile hikes by walking, at least once,…
An August Hike In The Wetlands Along The Ancient Susquehanna River
We had more heavy rain on Saturday here in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Rain in August is a good thing for folks like me, who love to forage for edible wild mushrooms. So early on Sunday morning I checked out my few favorite remaining mushroom spots (most of my best mushroom woods are now warehouses, industrial parks…
Another Summertime Hike On The Greater Hazleton Rails To Trails
The forecast called for some severe weather Saturday afternoon so I decided to play it safe and hike close to home, on the Greater Hazleton Rails to Trails in Luzerne County Saturday morning. I decided to start on hike on the end of the trail, on the parking area near the village of Hazle Brook….
Summer Beauty Of Nature At Community Park In Hazle Township.
I love to walk. I hike five mile a day during the week and seven miles or more on weekends. And I love Summer. It is my favorite time of year. These past few weeks I was able to get in a few afternoon hikes at the Community Park located near my home in…
A Sunny Sunday Morning At The Susquehanna Wetlands
It was sunny, and cool Sunday morning here in Northeastern Pennsylvania. As I often do, I headed to the Susquehanna Wetlands in Luzerne County to enjoy the Summer sunshine and the beauty of the wetlands and river lands along the ancient Susquehanna River. I always walk to the river to check out the water level…
Bees, Butterflies And Birds In The Penrose Swamp Barrens In Carbon County
I returned to the Penrose Swamp Barrens Preserve in Carbon County on Saturday. This 2700 acre tract of wilderness is now a part of the Weiser State Forest. On my hike the previous week I had some issues regarding the ingress to this recently acquired nature preserve. As usual, I parked at a gate on…
End Of A July Hike At The Susquehanna Wetlands And A Rare Pennsylvania Sighting Of A Roseate Spoonbill
A cold front passed through Northeastern Pennsylvania Saturday night and I awoke to much cooler temperatures and less humidity Sunday morning. I decided to head back to the Susquehanna Wetlands in Luzerne County to hike in the brilliant morning sunshine. I was the only one there, which, I hoped would mean some good wildlife photo…
Wildflowers Not Wildlife On This Hike Greater Hazleton Rails To Trails And A Visit To The Nearby Butler Preserve
I stayed close to home on Saturday and hiked on the Greater Hazleton Rails to Trails. I also visited the adjacent pine barrens in the Butler Preserve in Hazle Township, Luzerne County. It was cloudy, warm and humid when I began my hike on the Broad St. entrance to the trail . Temperature were in…
The Bittersweet Songs Of The Cicadas Have Begun At The Susquehanna Wetlands.
I returned to the Susquehanna Wetlands in Luzerne County last Sunday. It was a pleasant sunny morning with temperatures in the low 60’s. After I arrived, I walked down to the Susquehanna River, which is my usual routine, and, I was delighted to hear again, the melodic song of a wood thrush. There was only…
A Mid Summer Hike In The Penrose Swamp Barrens Preserve.
Cooler and less humid weather arrived here in Northeastern Pennsylvania last Saturday. It was sunny with temperatures in the mid 50’s, Saturday morning, perfect hiking weather. I decided to hike in the Penrose Swamp Barrens again. It is becoming another one of my favorite hiking trails. The newly acquired 2700 acre tract of pristine woodlands…
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