Great afternoon for a walk

The winter's weather continues to be very changeable, the wackiest Hardwood Hermitage has ever seen.  From 50 degrees in an afternoon to below zero the following overnight period.  Snow-thaw-freeze-even more thaw-cold.  After about 45 degrees today, we'll get really cold again for days.

We had a great p.m. today, with lots of sun.  Even with the breeze, the pleasant temps meant a scarf and hat were not needed. 

This pic shows evidence of the thaw.  Many streams such as this flow in warm winters and then in spring, with water running below snow, or melting the snow away entirely.

A young yellow birch glowed amazingly beautiful in the 100% sunshine.

And now for some paper birches really enjoying the warm day.