Hiking at Buttermilk Falls

Audrial and I just got back from hiking. We went to Buttermilk Falls in Terryville. I was surprised at how nice this area was. Acharacteristically for Connecticut, this terrain was highly populated with quality granite. The surrounding hike was relatively short, but definitely secluded. The water made the whole area cooler than most hikes, so it was a good thing we'd brought our fall coats with us.

Once we were past the falls (in fact, all of the water) we hiked a little ways in until the "blue blazed trail" hit against some houses and a road. On the way, as we stopped for a rest, I heard a flapping of wings and looked up to see a very large bird in the trees above. I went in for a better look and saw an owl perched high up in a tree. I found a great viewing spot, and called my daughter over so she could see it. After a time, she did. The whole time the owl was looking at us. As I did a little research, I think it was a snowy owl.

I was very impressed with this nature preserve. I don't think I've been to a better place in Connecticut yet!