Having a hard time getting started today. I'd rather be back out on top of a mountain.
A short backpacking trip this weekend was what I needed. Perfect weather, basically no one else on the trail, and the spring closest to the ridge we camped on was actually flowing!
And the sunrise over the Shenandoah River valley and Shenandoah National Park was beautiful.
Extreme drought conditions that developed in the #ShenandoahValley region now cover 4.44% of Virginia. The state is currently 56.06% in D1 or worse, up from 44.97%.
Dry conditions have contributed to #wildfires in #Virginia, leading Gov. Glenn Youngkin to issue an emergency declaration this week. As of Nov. 8, the #QuakerRunFire has affected about 3,700 acres total and is 40% contained, according to the Virginia Department of Forestry.
Honored that "Back Where I Belong" tied for third place in the 10/28/2023 "Monthly Feature" contest in the Digital Art and AI Art group. Many thanks to group administrator, Cindy's Creative Corner, and to everyone who voted for my image. Congratulations to the other winners!!