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The Story Behind the Monthly Climate Action Vigil in Canton
Once a month, a group of people stand on the corner of the local park, a handmade sign reading “Monthly Climate Action Vigil, Join Us!” erected behind them. People as young as 12 and as old as 86 hold signs or flags protesting the climate crisis. Some give speeches, some lead chants. Others interact with people walking down the street, encouraging them to get involved in climate action. But our group has a singular vision: we are protesting the continuation of the climate crisis.
Fall Foliage Hike to Goodman Mountain
Join Nature Up North for a community hike up Goodman Mountain to admire the fall foliage! Goodman Mountain is a short hike perfect for those looking to get outside and enjoy the bright colors of peak foliage season. The 1.7 mile long trail ascends gently to the summit, where there are beautiful views of nearby Tupper Lake and the Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest. Along the way, there are plenty of flat areas for water breaks and rest stops. There will be a shuttle available from Canton, meeting at the Brewer Bookstore at 8:45 am, or meet at the trail head at 10:00 am.
Indian Creek Nature Center Fall Work Day
Join Indian Creek Nature Center Board members for a workday to set the Center in order for the winter. Tools will be supplied, or bring your own. There’s plenty of work for all. Donuts, coffee, and water will be supplied to volunteers. If you join after 9 am, find us out on the trails. We appreciate your help keeping these trails looking good for everyone to enjoy!
Bog River & the overlook
This is my all-time favorite trek in the Adirondacks. The paddle is along the Bog River (Piercefield) from Low's lower dam to the upper. From Hitchens Pond, we hiked to the overlook which gives amazing views of the Bog River basin, the High Peaks and the Horseshoe Lake wild forest. On the paddle out, we spotted a nice bull moose along the water's edge. The leaves are not quite peaked yet, but probably will be within the next week or so. The trips total mileage is about 8.5 miles (boat & boots combined).
Maple tree by Jencks Hall-D190930924
Sugar Maple by Jencks Hall-D190930921
Flower flies at Indian Creek Nature Center
Lots of flower flies were out this morning at Indian Creek Nature Center. Many species of flower fly are bee or wasp mimics, and they certainly looked very bee-like as they buzzed around the New England aster.
Autumnal bounty
So grateful that I can still enjoy beauties in my garden. This morning my orange dahlias bloom majestically adorned by rain droplets from last night. My red peppers look so delicious ... what more can I ask on this beautiful day in Potsdam NY?
Timeout
While St. Lawrence University brought in fall 2019 with a power outage, I enjoyed taking this opportunity to step away from electronic technology and went on a walk to appreciate the beauty of nature. Such an amazing breath of fresh air!