These three bush/trees grow in abundance here. Azaleas are widely blooming now
Mountain laurels are just opening up
Rhododendrons will be last to bloom – they form dense thickets and the trail is developed to tunnel through
A few more photosfrom yesterday:
Budding shagbark hickory
My new shoes (Hokas) – unloaded my first pair after 500 miles in Damascus. The gaiters on top keep the debris out of the shoes
kevin hikes 
My azaleas are in full bloom! Great shoes and the gaiters are a great idea!
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The pictures are great. Good that you are enjoying your surroundings as you walk.
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Wow, imagine that canopy in a couple of weeks, just beautiful?!
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