The view from Waconia Cliff.
My month of road-tripping continues with Red Wing, Minnesota. Ever since covid pinned us indoors like hens in a chicken coop, outdoor trails have been bonkers. I hated all the foot traffic before coronavirus, often grumbling about rude pedestrians that won't share trails. I even read an article in the paper about over-crowded trails after covid. Apparently, our outdoor habits are being studied. We failed. Why can't people move over? Sigh. The moral of the story is we had the above trail all to ourselves last Fall. There wasn't one other human. Halleluiah! Follow our feet...
“I CAN SPEAK TO MY SOUL ONLY WHEN THE TWO OF US ARE OFF EXPLORING DESERTS OR CITIES OR MOUNTAINS OR ROADS.” – PAULO COELHO
A cedar waxwing.
Red Wing.
An eagle and a whopping-big nest along the the Mississippi. Stay tuned...
“AT THE END OF THE DAY, YOUR FEET SHOULD BE DIRTY, YOUR HAIR MESSY AND YOUR EYES SPARKLING.” – SHANTI
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26 comments:
Beautiful landscape!
So pretty and inspiring. I love that quote by Coelho and of course all your fabulous pictures. I have come to expect nothing less from you. :-)
The one with the branches and leaves dangling in front with the church in the background is my favourite. :)
Hello,
Beautiful views and photos. The Waxwing is pretty, seeing the eagles is always a treat. It is nice the trail was not crowded. Take care, have a great new week!
The joy of solitude.
having a beautiful trail to yourself is a rare thing
I loved the pictures. That is a big nest.
I love that quote and definitely finish my hikes with my eyes sparkly! How amazing to see the Eagle and the views with Fall foliage are beautiful. We don't have very many people hiking or walking the trails here. We usually don't see anyone when we go out. I don't know how people stay inside their houses ALL the time! I would go nuts! Enjoy your week!
perfect place to visit.... you captured beautiful images....
the river so amazing...
Have a wonderful day
Sharon - Red Wing looks like a very quaint town. I love the third shot with the sailboat. We are very fortunate that most hikers in Montana are very trail-savvy and gracious. Thanks for linking to Mosaic Monday!
Lovely shots and colours.
You have a lovely spot to wander...the waxwing photo is just beautiful!
What a brilliant quote - love it! Hope you get some empty trails somewhere!
Happy Christmas
Wren x
Perfect for a walk :)
I'm glad that more people are out and about, giving some sort of "normal" living appearance. Staying cooped up inside and social distancing creates fear and anxiety. Unhealthy habits as well.
Yes, when outside we should be courteous but I don't think corona has made rude folks, they are just out more.
Amazing, amazing, amazing!! Loved the scenery and the birds! Wow. GREAT series. Thanks so much for sharing with us at I'd Rather B Birdin.
~Anni
Tha landscape photos are just beautiful - I love the fall colors and the brilliant blue waters. Happy Holidays to you. Here's hoping that next year is better for all of us.
wow, you got some great shots on your walk. Happy trails and week. :)
Beautiful photos. Thanks for hosting :)
Very pretty, the autumn colors and that bright, bright blue.
These are some wonderful images. I love that church nestled in the trees :)
I appreciate your link at 'My Corner of the World' this week! Thanks for joining us!
Gorgeous views and photos. I know what you mean about the trails being bonkers. I've never seen Joshua Tree National Park as crowded as it is now. Even so, it's very easy for me to find off-trail hikes where I don't see another human. I'm really thankful for those opportunities!
Gorgeous photos! I love the fall scenes.
Absolutely gorgeous views and photos. Have a very Merry Christmas.
We tried going to some parks in November thinking the cold would keep the people away, but more people where there than before coronavirus, and we couldn't find a mask on anyone. We just stay home now. Your photos show a very beautiful place. Take care and enjoy the holiday.
That's beautiful.
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