Isn’t Autumn magnificent in the Pacific Northwest?


Squirrels

October in the Pacific Northwest is always an interesting time. Squirrels are diligently preparing for winter by storing food, spiders craft intricate webs, and home owners embrace the spooky season with Halloween decorations.

Pine Squirrel

Spider

Portland

Snow is Coming

The high volcanos of the Cascade Mountain Range are starting to receive fresh, sparkling white snow at their higher elevations. The leaves on the hardwoods are beginning to display their vibrant fall colors.

What a lovely time of year!

Fresh snow on the summit of Mt. St. Helens

Double rainbow

Pine Squirrel

Late bloomer

Boo!

Full rainbow over Portland

Bald Eagle

Algae-covered Boomscooter Pond

Maple trees picking up their autumn colors

Henry Hagg Lake (will refill by spring)

Waiting for Halloween

Fun decorations

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