Paradise Meadows

One of my day trips included a visit to Paradise Meadows

within Strathcona Provincial Park, where I had the undeniable pleasure

of having "Whisky Jacks" (Gray Jays) eat from my hand.

 

Some scenery en route

The wonderful foliage

A residence adjacent to the Park's information office

A number of boardwalks have sensibly been constructed around the Park

to encourage conservation of the natural groundcovers -

this one was part of the Centennial Trail

 

Some of that vegetation and funghi

Yet again I found myself sighing deeply with appreciation for the

magnificent surroundings.  This was one of the shorter walks (the guide said it would take about 3/4 hour, but it took me twice that time because I kept stopping to take pictures!) -

and I really did have intentions of going back to try some of the longer walks, but . . .

oh well - next time!

 

Joining in the fun at  Wild Bird Wednesday

(thank you Stewart!)