Scott, glad to see that you are still after it with those young men! Hopefully they will catch a lifelong affection for being outdoors.
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Absolutely WANDERFUL John. That old tree would be scary at night. Love the knife on a fungus shelf pics. 
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I think, best guess from pictures, that the tree is an American Hornbeam. I see them here and they have a similar appearance. I think the woods of our respective areas have similar species, John.
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TY my friend. I got my fingers crossed.
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Nice, Ike.
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A few pics from today’s “Woods Wander” Even had a hot lunch!! 
A little snow made things interesting!! 
A little snow made things interesting!! 
Not all who wander are lost!!
Of all the paths you take in life,
Make sure some of them are Dirt!!!
Of all the paths you take in life,
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NIIICCCEEE Ike!!
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Good series of pics, John! Were you solo? Nice that you went to the trouble of setting the table, er I mean rock, for lunch. I am more of an apple or orange guy when I am out walking, a few cheese slices or a meat stick on rare occasions. Then again, my walks are usually less than 2 hours, I think you are probably just getting warmed up after a couple hours.jmh58 wrote: ↑Thu Dec 09, 2021 9:02 pm A few pics from today’s “Woods Wander” Even had a hot lunch!!
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Solo.. Was 6 miles of up/down/up/down.. Dang leaves are slippy with a snow coating then melting to make them wet!!Waukonda wrote: ↑Thu Dec 09, 2021 9:20 pmGood series of pics, John! Were you solo? Nice that you went to the trouble of setting the table, er I mean rock, for lunch. I am more of an apple or orange guy when I am out walking, a few cheese slices or a meat stick on rare occasions. Then again, my walks are usually less than 2 hours, I think you are probably just getting warmed up after a couple hours.jmh58 wrote: ↑Thu Dec 09, 2021 9:02 pm A few pics from today’s “Woods Wander” Even had a hot lunch!!
This was the first time I hiked this area so went a little slow.. Do plan to go back and get another 3 miles on top of the 6.. When its dry!!! 
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Just curious John. Do you use any kind of walking stick or staff?
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Great pics and gear John.
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Big Monk went hunting. And while I'm at it, the Monkey Man is doing well.
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Ike,
Looks like your dog had an enjoyable day, too!
Great pictures.
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Jerry, what's become of Big Monk? Missing his post for a long time.jerryd6818 wrote: ↑Fri Dec 10, 2021 3:26 am Big Monk went hunting. And while I'm at it, the Monkey Man is doing well.
Glad to see he's still stackin' 'em up!
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John,jmh58 wrote: ↑Thu Dec 09, 2021 9:02 pm A few pics from today’s “Woods Wander” Even had a hot lunch!!
The woods in the north are so different than what we experience here in West Florida. Most natural woodlands here, are so thick you can't see 50 yards ahead.
Always beautiful scenery in your pictures!
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He's moved on to other interests. Still stops by now and then to catch up on everyone, just doesn't post.treefarmer wrote: ↑Fri Dec 10, 2021 5:16 amJerry, what's become of Big Monk? Missing his post for a long time.jerryd6818 wrote: ↑Fri Dec 10, 2021 3:26 am Big Monk went hunting. And while I'm at it, the Monkey Man is doing well.
Glad to see he's still stackin' 'em up!
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Yes I do Garry.. I use a pr of hiking poles..Quick Steel wrote: ↑Fri Dec 10, 2021 12:31 am Just curious John. Do you use any kind of walking stick or staff?
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Not all who wander are lost!!
Of all the paths you take in life,
Make sure some of them are Dirt!!!
Of all the paths you take in life,
Make sure some of them are Dirt!!!
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Our woods are diverse.. We got what we call Big Woods id open with lots of big trees then we got the real thick stuff ya cant get thru.. And every thing in between.treefarmer wrote: ↑Fri Dec 10, 2021 5:22 amJohn,jmh58 wrote: ↑Thu Dec 09, 2021 9:02 pm A few pics from today’s “Woods Wander” Even had a hot lunch!!
The woods in the north are so different than what we experience here in West Florida. Most natural woodlands here, are so thick you can't see 50 yards ahead.
Always beautiful scenery in your pictures!
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Trails are usually thru bigger wide open woods with lots of trees..John
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Glad to see Monk still at it and healthy.. Think about him every now and then..jerryd6818 wrote: ↑Fri Dec 10, 2021 3:26 am Big Monk went hunting. And while I'm at it, the Monkey Man is doing well.
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Hey fellas! Haven't visited the thread here for a bit, thought I'd share a recent find. Was out taking care of bees yesterday and thought I saw some bones off the hill. Took a stroll down there and found this guy.
No history with this one so was surprised to see him here.
Kinda bitter sweet to have this season after my oh so close encounter with a giant earlier this season that didn't pan out.
Season still going but those old boys are getting tough to run in to with a bow and arrow this late. Be making a few moves yet this year but not many. Got a cape in the freezer and probably use it for this find. Lots of character on him.
No history with this one so was surprised to see him here.
Kinda bitter sweet to have this season after my oh so close encounter with a giant earlier this season that didn't pan out.
Season still going but those old boys are getting tough to run in to with a bow and arrow this late. Be making a few moves yet this year but not many. Got a cape in the freezer and probably use it for this find. Lots of character on him.
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Cool find . 
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cbay,
That is a good find, they are a very interesting set of antlers. And I see a few more racks in the background.
Treefarmer
That is a good find, they are a very interesting set of antlers.
And I see a few more racks in the background. Treefarmer
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