Spring Flowers, Time in the woods, and Hiking in Southern Illinois.

Last weekend my mentor and friend went out to Rocky Bluff Trail in Southern Illinois. If unfamiliar it is in the Shawnee National Forest near Devil’s Kitchen Lake. I have posted photos of the falls and the trail on many social media sites. The reason we went is that the wildflowers were in bloom and he wanted to get some Macro shots of the flowers. I was game because one good company, two outside, and three taking photos, that is a triple crown for a enjoyable morning. We spent two or three hours just walking, talking and taking photos. Best story from the trip is when Kris laid down to get a photo of a particular group of flowers that he was within arms reach of a nice long 4-5 foot black snake (every time he tells the story the snake gets longer!!!). He nor I noticed until he stood back up. That in of itself made for a good day out. If your are looking for good trails and photo locations. Don’t hesitate to contact me, you might even get me to go as a guide.