We took 2 camping trips in March and had such fun.
I hiked...a lot! And I had some 'gnome' adventures along the way.
I found some gnomes on the trails I hiked....
and I left a few gnomes and fairies along the way.
It's been popular all these years but I just started joining in the fun.
I left this one on the tortoise trail at Reed Bingham State Park, Adel, Georgia on a bird house.
I'm not going to get carried away, don't worry.
I'm leaving a few gnomes and fairies on some of my most frequented trails.
It's just something fun and I'll make sure they don't detract from the forest or become litter.
And of course I was out on the trails near my home when we got back.
When I hiked a section of the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway, I was lucky to spot a Fox Squirrel.
This one had some distinguishing marks so I'll know it if I see it again.
I don't see one very often so it's always a thrill!
I have been calling it Silver Foxy because of the thick silver tail.
It's always an adventure when you get out on the trails.
Isn't he cute!!!
And I have lots of photos to share from our camping trips.
Have you been taking advantage of the nice weather to get outside?
Happy Spring!
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I love it when I encounter something joyful and unexpected like those little gnomes! Happy hiking!
a Fox Squirrel is new to me, what a tail it has. This spring a fox has been visiting our yard. Take care and be well.
Oh, I love the Fox Squirrel! He is a cutie, for sure! They are becoming so rare as there is way too much growth of people in our part of the state, and their habitat is becoming scarcer and scarcer. That makes me so sad. They are such fun to watch. And I love the little gnomes and fairies. They are fun to find along the pathway. I think that's a fun thing to do. I love that you are enjoying the outdoors so much. We've had perfect weather this week for sure! Thanks for sharing the beauty along the way.
He cuter than cute! I love tagging along on your hikes :)
Gnomes make me smile.
That is a fine looking squirrel. A bit different from what I see 99 times a day in my backyard
Hugs cecilia
I have never seen a fox squirrel and he is a real beauty
What adorable gnomes...and such a great idea too!
What a large squirrel the fox squirrel is compared to our little ground squirrels.
Yes, we have been taking advantage of our wonderful weather of late -- enjoying it while we can. About those gnomes -- do you buy them so you can take them on your hikes? Where do you purchase them?
How fun to find and leave fairies and gnomes. I sure would be thrilled to spot one while out hiking.
That squirrel is a handsome guy. He looks really big in the pictures.
Fun seeing the gnomes.
Wonderful photos of the squirrel.
... and I always enjoy seeing gnomes and fairies :)
All the best Jan
Your hike discovered the beauty of nature
Your photos are beautiful and bring me much 😊 joy.
I never see squirrels that big around here! The ones back in my home state, Ohio, are plump and twice as big as the Florida squirrels. I love the gnomes!! How fun!!
This squirrel has an incredibly bushy tail!
Hiking gives life!!
Beautiful series of photos.
Photo 6 is my favorite.
I don't understand everything you write, you don't have google translate on your blog, that would be really useful for many people.
Greetings Irma
Do you pick up gnomes you see and move them along to new spots?
Hello Diane,
It is fun finding the cute gnomes and adding your gnomes along your hike. The Fox Squirrel is cute, great collection of photos.
Our weather has been just so-so, still cold and windy and sometimes rainy. Thank you for linking up and sharing your critter post. Take care, have a great weekend.
Hi Diane, Thanks for sharing another of your adventures on the trail. I look forward to every new post on Lavender Dreams. Love the gnomes you found. And what a tail on that squirrel! Yes, Spring has sprung and I hope to see you at my newest blog post with all the details. 😊 Happy weekend to you and yours! John
In our garden we have grey squirrels, fox squirrels, and red squirrels. They all seem to be doing well. I should try to get some photos!
That's such a fun tradition to leave gnomes out on the trail. The blue rock with the gnome is delightful. That fox squirrel is really neat. And his tail is looooong. He's a big one too. Although the squirrels scare me, he does have a cute face, doesn't he? ; )
~Sheri
Love the hike! I love when you show us those fox squirrels, they are so pretty and THOSE TAILS!! Fun Seeing the gnomes too. I have left alot of fairy stones in Charleston over the years 😊 . Have you planted any flowers yet?
I love that you leave the gnomes. I like the rock gnome. :-) I started to leave rocks that I paint and write a message on.
Our weather is warming up. :-)
Carla
Hello Diane :)
I would love the surprise of finding a gnome or fairy in woodland or forest, and like the idea of leaving one for others to find. Great sighting of the Fox-squirrel, and all your photos of the Fox-squirrel are really good, as I believe they are quite shy creatures and cute too. Most of the comments have mentioned it's enormous tail, and it is in photo 8 where we can see it is exceptionally long and beautiful.
Enjoy the rest of the weekend.
Hugs,
Sonjia.
I've never seen a Fox Squirrel. He looks like a tough little guy.
We haven't had much nice weather here but tomorrow is to fine I hope.
Spreading the gnomes around brings smiles. Nice photos of the fox squirrel. Happy hiking to you
Fun and great photos of the gnomes and awesome squirrel photo ~ hugs,
Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores ~ clm
aka (A Creative Harbor)
we have had a few really beautiful days and i have been able to get out with my camera. the festivals are starting up and everything is in bloom here. i posted some pictures from the cherry blossom festival, the colors were amazing. i think the gnomes and fairies are a great idea, don't let anyone deter you from doing that if you are enjoying it. and that fox squirrel, my, my what a bushy tail you have. nice to hear that you are enjoying your trips, have a great weekend!!
Seems like such a fun game!
So glad you're enjoying the trails and adding a bit of whimsy with the gnomes. That Fox Squirrel is a great bonus!
I have never read about the Fox squirrel before, and it looks very special. It's so big, and very cute!
It's so nice that leave behind the gnomes and I love that cute squirrel. The weather has been cold and rainy here and not good weather for taking walks. I'm happy that this week it's supposed to warm up.
Leaving gnomes and fairies on the trail is such a fun idea—like little surprises for fellow hikers! And Silver Foxy is the cutest… what a cool sighting! Can’t wait to see more pics from your trips!
That idea of gnomes left along trails is fabulous. It brings out the inner child in us.
Placing painted stones became a big thing for a season when our world changed back in 2020! I participated in placing a few I painted myself and it was so much fun! Your gnomes and fairies are cute!
Never read or saw about a fox sqirrel. How wonderful!
We have a black sqirrel in the garden and sometimes on the wall of the balcony.
Greetings by Heidrun
How fun to find gnomes and leave some for others to find.
Interesting about the fox squirrel. That sure is a long tail.
I'm finishing a smoothie and then heading out for a walk. Trying to take advantage of the weather before the humidity sets in.
Tu caminata me ha gustado mucho, la ardilla es muy linda. Besos.
Your fox squirrel has a cute face!
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