Speaking Volumes

Anyone who follows this blog knows that I’m the proud owner of a badly-behaved monster of a dog named Frank. Well, Frank turned 2 years old in February, and his behavior has definitely improved with age. However, to maintain good behavior and to keep him calm, he requires exercise …every single day.

                       
 
On freezing winter mornings I am less than thrilled to have to get up early, put on 50 layers of clothing, and take Frank out to drag me around the neighborhood. In spite of this I still think that one of the best things about being a dog owner is that it forces me to go outside, everyday, and walk. Over the past two years I have discovered forests, parks, and trails around Connecticut, that I probably would have never visited if it wasn’t for Frank.
 
I got to thinking about all the great places to hike in CT because tomorrow is the first day of spring! AND it’s going to be sunny with temps in the low 70’s, so I will most definitely be out and about with Frank by my side. Some of my favorite places are:
 
Wickaham Park: http://www.wickhampark.org/
 
Gay City: http://www.friendsctstateparks.org/parks/gay_city.htm
 
Devils Hopyard: http://www.stateparks.com/devils_hopyard.html
 
Air Line Rail Trail: http://pages.cthome.net/mbartel/ARRhome.htm

Case Mountian: http://recreation.townofmanchester.org/CaseMountain.cfm
 
If you are also planning on taking advantage of the beautiful weather stop by to check out one of our Connecticut Trail Books:

          

   

Let me know your favorite CT parks and trails!