Category Archives: Eliza

Eliza: Photo Journal – New Year’s Day @ Bulow Woods

Posted on January 1, 2024 by Eliza Ayres

We had another bluebird day, so I was eager to get out to Bulow Woods to see the general condition of the trails. There was only one other vehicle when I arrived, so I put on my boots, bundled up, and … Continue reading →

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Eliza: Photo Journal – Flagler Loop

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

It was New Year’s Eve and sunny outside. Suffering from a mild case of cabin fever, I was joined by a friend for an outing to North Peninsula Park and Betty Steflik Preserve to celebrate the holiday. We first drove to … Continue reading →

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Eliza: Hickory Dickory Xmas Eve Walk

Posted on December 24, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

It was Christmas Eve and I wanted to go on a hike. I chose to go to two of my favorite coastal spots, River to Sea Preserve and Washington Oaks Gardens State Park. All total my hiking mileage would be about 3.5 … Continue reading →

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Eliza: Photo Journal – A Walk on the Solstice

Posted on December 21, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

So, I went back to Princess Place. It is one of my favorite haunts in this area, and what better day to visit than on the Solstice. I was lucky to catch the massive hickories in the park turning bright yellow, gleaming … Continue reading →

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Eliza: Photo Journal – Lehigh Trail / Royal Palm

Posted on December 19, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

Hmmm, one of the first rules of photography: don’t shoot into the sun. I got rainbows… Oh, well. I probably wouldn’t win any awards, but there is the beginning of today’s walk. I started at the junction of Rynfire and Royal … Continue reading →

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Eliza – Photo Journal: Welaka State Forest

Posted on December 10, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

Saturday a friend and I drove to Welaka State Forest, a preserve located off of County Road (CR) 309, south of the small town of Welaka and west of Crescent City. Years ago, I had explored many of the trails … Continue reading →

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Eliza: Photo Journal – Lake Crescent Conservation Area, Volusia County, FL

Posted on December 5, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

Today I ventured further, much further afield. I drove some rural roads to get to Crescent Lake Conservation Area, which is located near the settlement of Seville, Florida, off of SR 17. It’s a farm and ranching area, with lots … Continue reading →

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Eliza: Photo Journal – Moses Creek Preserve

Posted on December 1, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

Eliza: Photo Journal – Moses Creek Preserve Today I headed to a “new” destination on my second go-around in this area. I’ve been to Moses Creek Preserve once before. I was interested to see what changes have occurred in the … Continue reading →

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Eliza: Photo Journal, No. Peninsula & Betty Steflik Preserve, Flagler Beach

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

It being Thursday and dry outside, it was time for another outing. This morning, I chose North Peninsula State Park and Betty Steflik Preserve in Flagler Beach as my walking destinations. The Flagler Beach website describes the Betty Steflik Preserve … Continue reading →

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Eliza: Photo Journal Lehigh Ramble

Posted on November 27, 2023 by Eliza Ayres

The temperatures started out brisk, with a sharp wind, but as the day proceeded the sun appeared and warmed everything. Sunday was damp, with some heavy rain. Keeping that in mind, I chose a place where I could keep my … Continue reading →

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