Snake Walk

Yesterday was gloriously warm...in the 70's and breezy. Neil and I ended up driving north to Gansevoort for a cheeseburger and a hike to look for the Eastern Hog Nosed snake. Rebecca led us around Mud Pond, pointing out all the beaver activity, blossoming plants and snake habitat. It's refreshing to be the non-leader on a hike for me. I always end up gaining a new perspective. Here are a few photos from the hike...purple Hepatica blooming in the leaves, someone's cache of snail shells, the power line that snakes like to sun themselves under, and a beaver chew. We met back in Saratoga for glasses of wine and Greek food. What a wonderful day!