A sunny start to the day, though the clouds moved in later in the afternoon. The snow is melting, though the boardwalk is still mostly covered with about
1m of snow. Hikers are reporting the wet areas around the meadows are quite soft. One hiker successfully camped at Circlet Lake for two nights, and another group should come out today.Several are venturing out with
snowshoes. Those familiar with the terrain are managing to explore, although for visitors it is more difficult as the trails are not yet visible.
Far-away visitors today came from
Sweden, Germany, and
Connecticut - rather than hiking, they contributed some interesting conversations!
A
bear was reported near Mt. Washington's biathlon range to the west. Other wildlife is mainly birds - new birds heard lately include
olive-sided flycatcher, white-crowned sparrow, and
sooty grouse (formerly blue grouse).
Flowers are emerging in spite of the snow: marsh marigold, swamp lantern, as well as a few mystery plants - now identified as
wood betony and
Indian hellebore. Thanks to Isabella for the photos.
Indian hellebore emerging
Wood betony fronds
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