The yellow leaves of fall have left behind an amazing evergreen forest of Douglas fir and hemlocks. The trail photo you see here is now a tunnel of Christmas green. The annual Christmas Craft Festival here on Dec. 9 welcomed 4000 visitors. I helped with the crafts and Terry tended the fires in the Lodge. It was an exciting, very busy day.
There were Ranger led hikes, a Country music band (I loved that!) and free Hot Chocolate and cookies. The Lodge area was covered in Christmas lights and 11 trees were lit. A Grand Fir in the center of the Lodge nearly touched the ceiling and was decorated with crafts made by the Rangers, hosts and volunteers.
Behind the scenes the 10 waterfalls rolled on. Did I mention that you can walk behind 4 of them.
Here are some photos from my hike in the fall.
Winter Falls and my host friend, Barb from 2 seasons at Yellowstone and at Silver Falls.
Middle North Falls--a huge curtain of water--you can walk behind!
Totally enchanting little cove with Double Falls-- a short walk from the main trail!
Our Christmas wishes to you are Advice from Silver Falls--
Let Your Cares Fall Away
Spend Time in the Woods
Feel the Energy of the Forest
Free Fall into Nature
Live in Harmony with All Creatures
Make a Splash!!!
Have a wonder full Christmas and best wishes for 2018!!!
Have a wonder full Christmas and best wishes for 2018!!!
