It’s Leaving Us Wondering
Last weeks heat wave was an incredible gift. An extension of the season, more time to spend outdoors getting ready for the inevitable season right around the corner (one that we won’t say out loud just yet – even though there was some evidence of it spotted in the higher elevations on Saturday) Regardless, we have had quite the season. With that said, it leaves us perplexed as to what is next for our leaves. How much has it changed, is it peak? Is peak still right around the corner? Or is it just… well ever the optimist, it’s not over, because it’s still green. It’s a mixed question this year as we are met with some trees which have shed their leaves, yet a good percentage still holding their greenery.
While most birch trees have dropped their leaves and many of the maples have seen their brightest come and go, the amount of green still hanging on in the landscape lends hope that there is more to come.
The colors appear to be a bit muted evoking a mood that is a contrast to the bright blue of the autumn sky. It is a sense of a burnt, muted season, but the scents and sweet smells of the forest fill the air.
Looking around while hunting for scenery it feels like it’s all in the details. Examining the landscape for the tree that pops against the blue sky of October becomes a game. What does it look like up close? What does the light look like as it shines through the veins of the leaves? Getting closer, stepping on the soft moss of the ground cover, hearing the crackle of your footfall crunching on recently fallen leaves. Spotting a cluster of brilliant red choke cherries. Discovering another tree showcasing it’s plume with curling dark purple leaves reminiscent of full-bodied cabernet.
The weather this week looks to be mostly sunny and good leading up to the holiday weekend.
One Saturday, October 7th boasts the “Some brightening, and the clearest day of the week” perfect for the Long Lake Harvest Craft Fair 10am- 4pm and a mid-day crowd-pleasing Pumpkin Drop at 2pm. Location for the events is the Long Lake Town Hall at 1204 Main Street.
Raquette Lake will be hosting a concert event with the talented “Falling Waters Trio” on Saturday, October 7th at 6:30pm at the Raquette Lake School. Doors open at 6pm and concert is free.
Escape to the peace and quiet of our woods and find your detail and define your getaway experience.
Every day brings new sights and sounds of fall in the Adirondacks.
