We are now in the dark ages of the hiking year in Monroe and Lenawee Counties.  The leaves have, for the most part, fallen from the trees.  And, unlike much of Michigan, our local microclimate has kept us free from snowcover and the natural brightening that results.  So, my hikes lately have been through woods with shades of black, brown and gray.

If you want a counterpoint to this drabness, you might want to head to Midland this Saturday and Sunday.  The Saginaw Valley Orchid Society is hosting their 43rd annual orchid show and sale.  It promises a colorful counterpoint to the prevailing outdoor tableau.

Here’s the show link:

http://www.sagvalleyorchids.org/events.html

Here’s a link to an orchid slideshow posted to mlive:

http://photos.mlive.com/gallery/4473/2008.11.27%20Today’s%20Takes

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