Going for a stroll through the wintery forest

Another beautiful day, perfect for a walk. I really prefer visiting forests that are located right next to bogs or swampy areas during winter time. Places where I was mobbed by swarms of mosquitoes or was rushed through by deer flies in the warmer months, I can now enjoy at a leisurely pace.  So off hubby and I went to take in some fresh air.

The red seeds of the Staghorn Sumac add a beautiful contrast to the muted browns all around.

Little pathways  make it easy to navigate through the brush.

The afternoon sunshine painted beautiful colors onto the trees.

 I really like that this particular forest is in its essence being left on its own devices. Trees lay were they fall and only the little pathways are being maintained.

Photowalk - Mud Lake

Having been mostly indoors during the recent rainy and grey days, I just simply had to get outside on this beautiful sunny day. My late afternoon walk brought me to Mud Lake. 

The filtered light coming through the fresh green leafs created a beautiful mood in the forest. Here are some impressions:

Dame's Rocket - Hesperis matronalis 

Green Frog

Chalk-fronted Corporal Dragonfly