Day 7.288: Sylvan Trail

During the summer, we were cautious about walking in the woods due to a couple of hikes that were adversely affected by biting insects. In a few days, walking in the woods will become questionable again for a time thanks to hunting rifles, but for now, all is well.

All was especially well today because it was a sunny day after three solid days of rain, so - before getting on with our long list of must-do activities - we went to walk the first trail opened by Saco Bay Trails - the Sylvan Trail.

Its location is not particularly auspicious - a strip of woodland along the side of the Maine Turnpike, but this morning at least, it was every bit as magical as its name would make it seem.

The 1.7 miles is surprisingly varied - with woods, a few stream crossings and some open fields:

We had a great time!