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Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Aman Park in Ottawa County Michigan

 April 30 2025 Marie and I walked at Aman Park to see the wildflowers.  It is a special place with many trails, a creek, and a variety of wildflowers. We had a lovely day, thanks again Marie for taking me.


Sand Creek







Trillium 
Aberration on a trillium and below on a Spring Beauty



Virginia Bluebell

Lousewort





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Monday, May 5, 2025

2025 Spring, Connor Bayou and Hepatica









 


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2025 Trail Cam - Ottawa County - Michigan

 





















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