Hello @paradigm42, my fellow New Yorker. The last few days have been snowy for pretty much the entire northeast. I love a good snowfall, as long as it doesn't last too long. We just got 14 inches two days ago, had one day of sun, then right back to light snow today.
So I really had to smile when I read your post, it is so beautiful here during the warmer months, so many wildflowers.
Your doggie seems to have enjoyed himself. But that snake, oh boy, I wouldn't say I am super scared of them, but I would rather like to avoid them.😅