10/28/24

I do not recall seeing snow in the forecast, but I awoke to a coating of white on my deck! It has disappeared from the trees but still lingers on my deck. Thank goodness, Isaac came on Friday and helped me put the outdoor furniture away. Guess it is time to start thinking about putting on my snow tires, although it appears there might be a brief warming trend mid-week.

Still seeing wooly bears crossing the road, presumably looking for the perfect cozy place to hibernate, often under bark, a rock or even a fallen log. Apparently they are also known as Hedgehog caterpillars. Folklore has it that the more black, the more harsh the winter. I hate to dispel this myth, but it seems age, species, and how long it has been feeding contribute to the coloring. I just learned that the fur, called setae, does not protect them from the cold, but actually helps them freeze correctly and they molt six times before becoming an adult tiger moth.

I understand the first Plymouth Trunk & Treat event on Sat 10/26 was well attended with many bags of goodies being given out, face painting and games. It was very much a joint community effort including the Fire Dept, Bethany Birches Camp, Snow Sneakers and others. Thanks for the pics, Missy!

Many of you may be aware there was a substantial brush fire in Ludlow this past weekend. Just a reminder that conditions are conducive to fires right now and there is a burn ban in effect. Jim Allen (802-384-3482) is our fire warden and burn permits are required.