Black The Fall
Narkis Eatman
Get ready to fall in love with our favorite jean of the season. We took this classic silhouette, and gave it an updated wash and scissor cut hem to make it the ultimate jean for dressing up and dressing down.
I love the idea of foraging for wild edibles. I try not to do it too much though because, unless they are invasive or grow in overwhelming abundance, humans are having such a negative impact on species diversity through habitat destruction and overharvesting that it is better for the planet to leave native plants alone. For me, just the thought that I could scrounge some food from the forest in an emergency makes me feel, in a good way, more like the animal I am rather than a thing apart from nature.
My worry with foraging mushrooms, like anything else, is how much is too much? Luckily there are sustainable ways to harvest wild mushrooms. Because mushrooms are the fruiting body of a much larger organism it is possible to take mushrooms without harm. You just need to remember that these are reproductive structures, leave enough for the fungus to reproduce. I love this advice from The Mushroom Huntress (www.mushroomhuntress.com).
These are great rules to follow in general. Trampling can also kill other native wild plants. Always pay attention to where you step! But, get out there. There is so much going on in the woods right now. The forecast calls for another dry week. While this can be great for fall colors, let's hope for more rain and with it, mushrooms.
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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources reminds residents that black bears are beginning a period of increased feeding activity in preparation for winter hibernation. As the leaves change and the weather cools, bears become more active as they search for food.
During this time, bears will travel across roads more frequently. They also can become more attracted to human-provided food sources and lose their natural fear of people, which can be dangerous for both people and bears.
Whatever your preferred name, this beer shares a few similarities with other beer styles. It has the hop character and alcohol content of an IPA or one of its stronger relatives. In terms of color, a Cascadian dark should resemble a porter or a stout, ranging anywhere from a dark brown or ruby to jet black in appearance.
In my black IPA recipe (which is my first of the style, I admit) I am going with a fairly straightforward grain bill: 2-row, munich and light crystal, with Carafa II to provide color. Hopping follows a fairly normal IPA schedule and uses northwest American hops (one of the arguments of using the name Cascadian Dark Ale is that most of the ingredients should come from that region). And to ferment, a Northwest Ale strain of yeast.
Ryan, Wes here. When I brewed mine, I did leave the dark grains out until the last 10 minutes of the mash. If you are recirculating, I might actually add them a little earlier, maybe with 20 or so minutes in the mash. Also, I might use Carafa III instead of using II or adding any more grains. Yep, you are correct, it is the de-husked, which should allow dark color without typical harshness of other roasted grains. Mashing with the Carafa might help color as well, though you might get more roastiness. I hope this help! Cheers, Wes
The outfits
We both agreed right off the bat, white was not an option. We always have loved all black, so why should this be any different? When looking for inspo, we loved how the all black look, looked, so we ran with it. He wore an all black tux, with satin lining, a black dress shirt and black suspenders. She wore a black dress that had a corset back, lace sleeves/chest, buttons on the sleeves and an A line frame.
Flowers
We mainly had dried floral, pampass grass, palm leaves, bunny tails, wheat etc. Our center pieces included succulents which were also the wedding favors. The dried florals gave off boho vibes, which we were going for.
Personal touches
Instead of a typical guest book, we had Polaroid cameras that you would take a photo and sign it and write a little something next to it. Our favourite part was instead of a typical photo booth we had a photo op area that had a couch and decor to take pictures with friends and families at.
Hi can you give me a few more details?
i am considering for a 4year old preschool class
did u use parchment or tracing paper over the taped down leaves to make the rubbings?
i see your younger child used a different color crayons not the black...before using a
watercolor paint over? Or you could leave the way it is and not paint?
I'm not sure what to do after taping the leaves down. You take a crayon and rub the color onto the
leaf? It doesn't tear? Then you turn it over and rub it onto a piece of paper? I'm sorry. There are not enough details to make this process more clear. I've never done rubbings before. Please explain in
a bt more detail..Thank you.
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Blackwater Falls State Park has a 65-unit tent and trailer campground with individual sites and a centrally located bathhouse with hot showers, laundromat and a dumping station. All campsites are equipped with electric hookups. The campground is open the last weekend in April through October 31.
There are many great fishing opportunities at Blackwater Falls State Park! you can catch bass, bluefill, catfish and trout at Pendleton Lake. The nearby Blackwater River also is regularly stocked with trout in the spring and summer. Before you head out, make sure you purchase a current West Virginia fishing license, available at www.wvfish.com.
Blackwater Falls, like most state parks, has hidden cache sites for geocaching enthusiasts. Click here for a complete list of approved geocaches in the West Virginia State Park system. Happy searching!
Durbin and Greenbrier Valley Railroad has seasonal locomotive rides. Mystery dinner trips, mountain excursions, and the Christmas Polar Express ride are highlights. Or drive to Cass Scenic Railroad State Park where you can ride on a historic Shay locomotive and experience gorgeous views along the way.
From Memorial Day to Labor Day, swimming is available at Pendleton Lake. Blackwater Falls Lodge also has a small indoor pool for registered lodge and cabin guests. Registered campground guests may use the indoor pool for a nominal fee. At nearby Canaan Valley Resort, a large outdoor heated pool is open to the public from Memorial Day through Labor Day weekends.
The area that is now Blackwater Falls State Park has been a favored destination for adventurers since the 1800s. The land came under the protection of the state parks system in the 1930s when the West Virginia Power and Transmission Company, which owned the Blackwater Canyon, donated 446 acres around a scenic overlook at the head of the canyon, including the falls itself. The park was formerly established in 1937. In 1955, the state began adding cabins, a lodge and fishing facilities.
The Smokehouse Restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant offers a well-rounded menu with seasonal and holiday buffets. The Smokehouse also caters banquets, receptions and barbecues for special groups, business meetings, family reunions and weddings. For current menu items, visit the Smokehouse at Blackwater Falls Facebook page or call 304-259-5216 and ask for the restaurant.
Blackwater Falls State Park offers an 18-hole disc golf course. The first hole is located and starts behind the nature center and plays around the back field. Hole 10 starts near the side of the nature center, crosses the road and plays through the woods with Hole 18 completing play back to the nature center parking lot.
Experience the thrill of racing down more than a quarter mile of fresh mountain snow on the sled run at Blackwater Falls State Park. The longest sled run on the East Coast, the sled run at Blackwater Falls State Park is a must-do every year. Create cherished memories and experience wintertime fun with friends and family at Blackwater Falls. The sled run link will have days, hours, and fees, and online ticket purchase links posted as available.
This trail leaves the park to the north at the park entrance off state Route 32 and to the south of the riding stables. Overnight parking for trail usage is available at the Blackwater Lodge, but guests must register at the front desk.
This trail begins near the Harold Walters Nature Center, winds through beech and maple groves and passes through a stand of balsam fir. It then loops back to the Recreation Building by way of the campground.
This trail starts at the Trading Post parking area and leads to a stone patio and boardwalk more than 200 steps down to an observation deck beside Blackwater Falls. This is the main viewing area for the falls.
NOTE: For beginner access to the view, take Gentle Trail.
This trail begins at the park road before Cabin Number 1, intersects Shay Trace Trail and continues to the cul-de-sac at Cabin Number 26. For cross country skiers, this trail is considered somewhat difficult to difficult.
This trail begins at the stables and leads to a network of trails in the Monongahela National Forest.
NOTE: The trail becomes more difficult outside the park and transitions to a somewhat difficult rating.