Steven lives less than an hour away -- we were happy to be able to visit with him, too.
Steven lives less than an hour away -- we were happy to be able to visit with him, too.
Beth thought we'd enjoy Trexler Nature Preserve, around 1/2 hour away. She was right.
Yes, that's a fox!
Jordan Creek runs through the Preserve, and looks eminently wadeable in warm weather.
We hiked along one side of the creek, crossed at the covered bridge, and
then followed the creek back upstream on the other side.
Some previous hiker had made a set of clay figurines and left them for others to enjoy.
Beth drove across the ford, and on to the next surprise.
Bison! They have a protected herd here. Also elk, but we didn't get as good
a view of those.
Beth taking in the panoramic view from a high point in the park.
Beth suggested this wildlife sanctuary the next day. It was even closer to their home.
Moss, close-up
We even spotted a snake.