{"id":37725,"date":"2022-11-10T13:45:22","date_gmt":"2022-11-10T18:45:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.maryland.gov\/dnr\/?p=37725"},"modified":"2022-11-10T13:32:43","modified_gmt":"2022-11-10T18:32:43","slug":"fall-foliage-report-november-10-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.maryland.gov\/dnr\/2022\/11\/10\/fall-foliage-report-november-10-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"Fall Foliage Report – November 10, 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The close of autumn is upon us in Maryland. The western and northern regions of our state are covered with fallen leaves, crackly forest floors, and bare trees indicating fall\u2019s passing. However, there are still fall destinations and foliage worth a visit in other areas of Maryland, revealing some of fall\u2019s last glory for us to savor.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Autumn whispered to the wind,<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cI fall but always rise again.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Angie Weiland Crosby<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Western Maryland<\/b><\/em><\/h3>\n

We have been past peak here for a couple of weeks now and soon snow will replace the fallen leaves as ground cover. Now is the time to enjoy the once-a-year views that open up as we transition from fall to winter. Sweeping vistas, clear blue lakes, and mountain ranges are suddenly within view in areas usually hidden by leaf cover, opening up excellent opportunities for photographers.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Northern Maryland<\/em><\/h3>\n

If you were late to the fall party this year, head to Cecil County, which recently hit peak conditions. One of our newest parks is here and open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to sunset for passive recreational activities such as trail use and nature observation. <\/span>Bohemia River State Park<\/span><\/a> also is a great destination for paddlers who have access to 8,600 feet of waterfront on Great Bohemia Creek.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Yellows<\/a><\/p>\n

The remaining fall foliage provides a colorful backdrop at Gunpowder Falls, Baltimore County.
\nPhoto: Ed K.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Southern Maryland<\/b><\/em><\/h3>\n

Plenty of fall color remains in portions of Southern Maryland like Charles County, where resident Larry H. captured this quintessential fall scene.<\/span>\"Homes<\/a><\/p>\n

After peaking early this year, St. Mary\u2019s County is now past prime leaf peeper viewing. The oaks and maples are shedding their leaves, making way for the pines and cedars to stand out in shades of emerald and sage. Smooth sumac is still a rich burgundy red and continues to outshine everything around it.
\n<\/span>Cristina Val Perez, Tree Planting Specialist with the Department of Natural Resources<\/em><\/p>\n

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A frosty morning in Beauvue, St. Mary\u2019s County leaves a sugar-like glaze across an open field.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Eastern Maryland<\/b><\/em><\/h3>\n

The recent winds took a toll on the leaf canopies here but the rich shades of orange, gold and scarlet red still remain, if mostly on the forest floor.
\n<\/span>Dana Paterra – Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park<\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re feeling adventurous, make the drive to Somerset County on Maryland\u2019s lower Eastern Shore. Here you\u2019ll find <\/span>Janes Island State Park<\/span><\/a> with more than 2,900 acres of salt marsh, over 30 miles of water trails, and several miles of isolated pristine beaches. The island is wild and seemingly untouched; a haven for birds, fish, crabs, and other salt marsh dwellers.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Lots<\/a><\/p>\n

Trees with yellow leaves in the understory keep the majestic pines company in Pocomoke River State Park in Somerset County – Photo: Christina Carlson<\/em><\/p>\n

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Photo Submissions for the Week<\/b><\/em><\/p>\n

We\u2019d like to thank all of the folks that continue to send in photos of fall scenes from across the state. Through your reports and photos we receive first-hand accounts of our fall transition in Maryland. Please send us your fall foliage photos, including the names of any tree species you spot, using our easy online <\/span>form<\/span><\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Some<\/a><\/p>\n

Tawes Garden in Annapolis<\/em>
\nPhoto: Megan M.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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\"Wooded<\/a><\/p>\n

Salem State Forest, St. Mary’s County<\/em>
\nPhoto: Cristina P.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Wildewood, St. Mary’s County<\/em>
\nPhoto: Cristina P.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Gunpowder Falls State Park, Harford and Baltimore Counties – Photos: James D.<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"Bright<\/a><\/p>\n

Fair Hill NRMA, Cecil County
\nPhoto: Amy S.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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\"Orange<\/a><\/p>\n

Bohemia River State Park,
\nCecil County – Photo: ShinAe G<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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\"Yellows<\/a><\/p>\n

Tilghman Island, Talbot County
\nPhoto: Anthony B.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\"Mostly<\/a><\/p>\n

St. Mary’s River State Park – Photo: Cristina P.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Beauvue, St. Mary\u2019s County<\/span><\/i> – Photo: Cristina P.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Fall Recreation Spotlight<\/h3>\n

Spend the remaining days of fall outdoors before winter\u2019s chill sets in! Our friends at the Maryland Department of Tourism put together a great list of <\/span>25 Things to Do Outdoors in Maryland<\/span><\/a>. Fun fact: some of our campsites are open year-round for the adventurous and those looking for alternative accommodations during the holidays.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Watch the Night Sky<\/h3>\n

Be patient after dusk as Mars comes into view, shining brilliantly to the Moon\u2019s lower left. The red planet is currently performing its retrograde loop\u2014the slow, back-and-forth path it traces around opposition, between Zeta Tauri and El Nath, the two stars that mark the tips of the horns of Taurus the Bull. Mars was situated a few degrees forward (east) of these stars at the beginning of the month. It will be exactly aligned with them on November 13.<\/span><\/p>\n

Source: <\/span>Farmers Almanac November 2022<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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