I was last here in late July. Here are some contrasting photos from then and now:








My highlight wildlife in July was:

Today it was:

Trail scenes:







Some botany:


















NATURE POETRY
The birds have vanished down the sky.
Now the last cloud drains away.
We sit together, the mountain and me,
until only the mountain remains. – Li Bai (701–762)
Miles Hearn
Every season has its own special attractions. Again, I have to thank you for letting me see these beautiful places again. Thanks, Miles!