One day the boyfriend and I decided to hop in the car and go cruising for an adventure. What we ended up finding was this little gem. The Lancaster County Conewago Recreational Trail . It's a 5 mile trail that runs from Lancaster to Lebanon County. There is always a ton of people on this trail, whether they are biking or running or going on a leisurely walk. I've even seen people ride their horses along the trail!
Farmland surrounds the majority of the trail. At one point, there was a fun creek with huge boulders where people could gather and play. Jon and I would jump from rock to rock and try not to fall into the creek! It was an amazing place to get pictures! Unfortunately, that part was on private property and the owners have since decided to rope it off. It was one my favorite things about the trail, but now it is no more.
If you happen to be a plant lover--there is tons of vegetation that surrounds the trails. On this particular day, Jon and I spotted Milkweed (which I've been told attracts monarch butterflies). I've never seen a milkweed flower, but this is what they look like.
They are very circular and orb-like.
If you happen upon this trail, I highly suggest wearing sneakers! It's mostly gravel and if you're like me and are unprepared, have fun getting rocks in your sandals!!! I really should know better that when I'm out and about with Jon on an adventure--i need to fore go sandals, nice clothes and opt for gym apparel!!
While on the trail I thought I'd try out my camera's "sport" setting and try to get some great Jumping Shots. This was my first attempt to capture myself flying in the air. As you'll see, we took several attempts. I particularly love the faces I make. I even got Jon to try a few jump shots! Enjoy!
Okay...finally this was the jump shot we were waiting for!!! Only after 12 attempts did we realize you had to crouch down and shoot the camera at an angle to get a really good picture!!!
This was my favorite shot of the night. There are these walking bridges along the trail and while I was hoping to get a candid picture, this bicyclist rode through!!!
This last one is for Jon. Who was so patient with me as I jumped, frolicked and made an ass of myself along the trail. He refers to it as my "serious face" and whenever I get irritated with him it always makes an appearance. It's not quite "the serious face" but he says it's close enough!!!
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