10 Best Photos

 



#1 My very first blog picture is still my favorite. It was the first time all year I went outdoors simply to enjoy being outdoors, not just to get from one place to another. I was able to pause, get some fresh air, and appreciate the moment. It made me realize how much I've been missing. I want to make time for moments like that more often. 


#2 Feeding the prairie dogs comes in second. This little guy turned around to get his picture taken.  


#3 This bench on Greer Island is my favorite spot at the FWNC. It seems like the perfect place to slow down, take in the view, and enjoy a quiet moment alone. Whether you're reflecting or just trying to disconnect from the busyness of life. 



#4 This photo was taken on our first hike on the Canyon Ridge trail. I remember being impressed by how well maintained the trails were. The stepping stones made the climb very doable and fun. 


#5 This photo was taken during our weekend paddling excursion, just after the sun came out. It was a fun was to experience the center from a new perspective and try out one of the many activities it offers. 


#6 I was blown away with the beauty of the Oak Motte trail. The wildflowers were in full bloom everywhere. In this picture, you can see how they lined the path. 


#7 The bluebonnets on the Oak Motte path also grew along the path. I wish I got a better picture, I was just too caught up trying to get video footage and soaking it all in. 


#8 This photo was also taken on the Canyon Ridge trail, right where the path opened up to reveal the lake. I remember all of us stopping to take a picture because it was a great view. 


#9 This might not be the most aesthetic photo, but it captures our hard work cutting privet. It represents a productive day where we got a lot done and played a small part in helping to preserve the center. 


#10 Helping the team at the Nature Center catch and measure a gator is definitiely a moment I'll never forget. It is one of those experiences that will stick with me when I think back on my college days.












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