Waskahegan Trail Association

Last Sunday, five people came out to hike the North Saunders Lake section. It was a pleasantly warm day along a trail with great views of the lake the whole way.

Everywhere, the berries are ripening quickly—hawthorn, elderberry, chokecherry and highbush cranberry. And the evening primrose is still in bloom.

Thanks to Stella for scouting and leading the hike, to trail maintenance for clearing the trail, and to the landowners for continuing permission. You can find more photos on Flickr.

Where we’re going next

Six people came out on a bright warm day to hike the Partridge Hill section of the Waskahegan Trail. This section is known for Ross Creek and its many boardwalks and bridges, some of which are maintained by the landowners themselves.

The trail along the creek is pleasantly shaded, a relief on a hot day.

Here is a view of Walker’s Pond.

A remarkable sight which you would catch only in midsummer is the deep-pink blossoms on the long swaths of swamp smartweed. These tall amphibious plants were growing along the boardwalks as well as in fields along the trail.

Thanks to John for scouting and leading the hike, to trail maintenance for clearing the trail, and to the landowners for continuing permission. As a reminder, hunting season is around the corner, so if you wish to visit this trail, go soon, because it will be closed for hunting season.

You can find more photos on Flickr.

Where we’re going next.