Before the Snow:

In early January I joined some friends on a walk at Reid Conservation Area. The ground was very wet and we got quite muddy. Moving slowly, we were able to take a close look at our surroundings. Above is a Heart-shaped hole in loose bark!

I believe this fungus is called Asian Beauty. It is introduced in Canada.

Moss covering all sides of a stone. I guess it wasn't a rolling stone.😉

Moss covered logs

Moss Sporophytes, up close.

Splintered wood from a fallen tree.

Splitgill Mushroom

Turkey-tail