What a beautiful fall season in the valley! Who hasn't enjoyed the vibrant colors and sounds of bugling elk? Now our summer birds visitors have left for warmer winter areas, the elk are growing thick winter coats, and the colors begin to mute into the subtler shades of winter. Soon Meadowbrook and the valley will show the quieter colors of monochromatic winter painting, where an elusive tawny elk or red dogwood twigs can now stand out and catch the eye.

Now is a perfect time to appreciate Meadowbrook. The summer human visitors have also left, and a walk at Meadowbrook now is a more thoughtful, personal and intentional act. Will it rain? Any chance of snow? What will the wind chill be like? Do I need boots, and a snack? Dressing for the weather becomes more important when it can make the difference between an enjoyable walk, and one cut short.

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