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We can take a walk up shale hill at the foot of the mountain.

The woods are full of mountain laurel in bloom this time of year.
 

The laurel on the east side of the hill is whiter than that on the west side.

The natural beauty of the woods is breathtaking.

After climbing uphill, the trail now leads downhill toward the creek.
 

There are lots of wildflowers along the trail.

Now we can see the creek close up.

Even on the hottest summer day, It stays cool up here in the shade.

Lifting a rock uncovers a hidden salamander.

Mushrooms abound in these dark, moist woods.