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ellenripley
Photography
16h
"No Dog!" (I Promise) — Just Me on the Trail
"No Dog!" (I Promise) — Just Me on the Trail
My morning walk began along a narrow path, with trees crowding in on either side and branches hanging low overhead. Rain had left the ground wet, and fallen leaves lay scattered across the path, sticking
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ellenripley
Wednesday Walk
2d
When Geese Follow the Rules and Horses Need Directions
When Geese Follow the Rules and Horses Need Directions
I had a bit of time to spare this morning before meeting a friend for coffee, so on the way, I stopped off at the local country park for a short walk. It was nice to stretch my legs and get a bit of fresh
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ellenripley
Daily Blog
4d
Boots On, Brain Off: Just Looking at Things in the Wood
Boots On, Brain Off: Just Looking at Things in the Wood
Autumn is great for getting your boots proper muddy and seeing what the woods are up to. I go walking most days, and honestly, you do not need a grand plan or a map. You just look to see what is there
ellenripley
Cinnamon Cup Coffee
5d
​A Visit to Our Refurbished Café and Meeting a Princess!
​A Visit to Our Refurbished Café and Meeting a Princess!
We popped down to our local café to check out its brand new look after the recent refurbishment. The place has always been cosy and still has that lovely feel, with warm lighting, dark wooden tables and
ellenripley
Worldmappin
6d
Autumn in Ashover, Derbyshire, UK: Churchyards and Early Halloween Fun
Autumn in Ashover, Derbyshire, UK: Churchyards and Early Halloween Fun
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Ashover is a pretty village if you want a nice peaceful walk. The countryside surrounding the village stretches out for miles, and apart from the distant sound of gunshots, everything was quiet. It was
ellenripley
FungiFriday
7d
Fungi Friday: Fungi Attacks! When Mushrooms Turn on Each Other
Fungi Friday: Fungi Attacks! When Mushrooms Turn on Each Other
Happy Fungi Friday, everyone! Today's outing started even before I reached the forest, proving that sometimes a find is pure chance. I actually spotted a large bolete while driving past a grass verge.
ellenripley
Photography
8d
The Art of Moaning About the Weather
The Art of Moaning About the Weather
Today I decided to head out for a walk at a local nature reserve. The weather was pleasant enough, with patches of blue sky and white clouds overhead. ​I followed a narrow gravel path that wound its way
ellenripley
Photography
9d
Rubbish Mist Chaser, Expert Fungi Finder
Rubbish Mist Chaser, Expert Fungi Finder
Early this morning I went out chasing mist. I could see low clouds hanging over the hills from a distance, so I decided to head straight for one particular wood that always looks good when the morning
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HiveGarden
10d
Hive Garden: The Slab, The Frog and The Robin
Hive Garden: The Slab, The Frog and The Robin
The ongoing work in our shared communal garden has reached the next phase. My neighbour, who shares the responsibility of looking after this space, has been putting in a lot of effort cutting back overgrown
ellenripley
Shadow Hunters
11d
​A Quiet Sunny Afternoon in Morges, Switzerland: Reflection Hunter's Contest - SMARP - Round 293
​A Quiet Sunny Afternoon in Morges, Switzerland: Reflection Hunter's Contest - SMARP - Round 293
While motorhoming in Morges, Switzerland, we went for a walk down to the harbour. It was a really sunny day, and the water was so still that the boat and sailboat masts were reflected perfectly in the
ellenripley
Photography
12d
Spotting Fungi and Mushroom Foragers in the Woods
Spotting Fungi and Mushroom Foragers in the Woods
It was a chilly start to the morning when I arrived in the woods. The air was cold, and the ground was still a bit damp, so I had to watch my step on some of the muddier tracks. The sky was lovely and
ellenripley
Photography
13d
Sunshine and Puddles: A Typical British Walk
Sunshine and Puddles: A Typical British Walk
You can never quite predict the weather here. I set off while the sun was shining, fully aware that rain was promised for later. That is classic British weather for you, changing its mood in the space
ellenripley
FungiFriday
14d
Some High, Some Low and Some Just Popping Up!
Some High, Some Low and Some Just Popping Up!
The weather is still sunny and warm, but those odd showers we've had seem to have brought a lot of fungi out. The forest was a bit damp and quiet today, so I thought it would be a good time for a proper
ellenripley
Cinnamon Cup Coffee
16d
Espresso, Peanut Butter Pancakes, and Dog’s Eyes in Morges, Switzerland
Espresso, Peanut Butter Pancakes, and Dog’s Eyes in Morges, Switzerland
On a recent motorhome holiday with a friend of mine, we found a lovely spot for lunch in Morges in Switzerland, not too far from Lake Geneva. It was called La Gazette. The café sat on a bright street with
ellenripley
Photography
17d
​Following Clues and Finding Treasures in the Woods
​Following Clues and Finding Treasures in the Woods
It’s been a while since I last visited Williamthorpe Ponds, so with the sun making an appearance, I grabbed a spot in the small car park and headed out onto the trail. It’s still such a nice mix of ponds
ellenripley
Shadow Hunters
18d
Buoy, What a View! Reflection Hunter's Contest - SMARP - Round 292
Buoy, What a View! Reflection Hunter's Contest - SMARP - Round 292
Joining the Reflection Hunter's Contest is always fun, so a big thank you to @olgavita and the team for keeping it running. My main entry for this round is the tufted duck sitting on the buoy. I liked
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HiveGarden
19d
Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining (and a Pair of Shears)
Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining (and a Pair of Shears)
For a long time, looking after our communal garden was a one person job, despite being a shared responsibility among six people. I did what I could to keep things tidy, like pulling up weeds, sweeping
ellenripley
Photography
20d
A Walk Through the Woods: Fungi, Turning Leaves, and the Morning Sun
A Walk Through the Woods: Fungi, Turning Leaves, and the Morning Sun
I went for a walk through a wood not too far from me this morning, not long after we'd had a shower of rain. By the time I got there the sun was coming through the trees, and the light on the path was
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FungiFriday
21d
Taking Photos, Leaving No Trace: A Plethora of Fungi in the Woods
Taking Photos, Leaving No Trace: A Plethora of Fungi in the Woods
Since I came back from my holidays, I have noticed there are a lot of fungi about. The weather is slightly cooler in the mornings, but we still have not had a lot of rain. However, the fungi seem to be
ellenripley
Cinnamon Cup Coffee
22d
​A Birthday Pitstop in Baden-Baden, Germany at Café Böckeler
​A Birthday Pitstop in Baden-Baden, Germany at Café Böckeler
​On our recent motorhome holiday, we stopped off for a relaxed drink and a bite to eat at the traditional Café Böckeler. One of the best things about motorhome life is being able to pull over for a break

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