Stillwater's Aiple Estate

Last week I posted the video from our bike club’s recent visit to the former Aiple estate, which was purchased by the city of Stillwater with the goal of turning the property into a park.  

The development plans include launch areas for non-motorized watercraft.  It’s an incredible spot and should make a beautiful public respite as well as a fine addition to the city’s park system.

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Sunday Blessings

Holiday Weekend Wishes

Made My Choice!

Holiday Blessings

Aiple Estate

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Aiple Estate

Trees of Bon Bon Acres

Introducing Juglans cinerea

Around Bon Bon Acres, nothing is quite as exciting as discovering new trees.  A couple years ago, a lone brave sapling rose up from the pasture weeds soon to be followed by others of its kind.   

The identity of this new resident has remained a mystery until this autumn when I enlisted the aid of my neighbors via Stillwater’s Nextdoor website.  After a hearty discussion, it was determined the flora in question is a Butternut tree, also known as White Walnut.   

This hardwood is a cousin to the Black Walnut and is very important to wildlife thanks to its delicious nuts.  They grow to be lovely trees and I look forward to their maturation!

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Thoughts for the Holiday Week Ahead

Autumnal Scenes from the Gateway Trail

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Enjoy the Weekend

Autumn Ends

A few last looks at the lovely

Gateway Trail in fall.

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Saluting America's Heroes

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