#Trail April 7
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In April 2025, many of us are joining the 30-Day Nature Observation Challenge. Each day, the goal is to share an observation—a plant, animal, or sound—experienced while spending time outdoors. Wise individuals have noted that observing nature enhances mindfulness, reduces stress, and deepens our appreciation for life’s interconnectedness—a challenge well worth accepting.
Today my observation is the collection of sights and sounds you can experience on a TRAIL in the woods.
As we embark on our 64th consecutive monthly challenge, Jeff Neelon, Jaclyn Donovan, and I feel ready to inspire others to join us. Step outside and let nature awaken your senses—breathe in the fresh air, feel the warmth of the sun, and listen as the world comes alive. Every moment outdoors is a chance to reset, recharge, and reconnect with the beauty around you.
Nature Observation 30-Day Challenge Guidelines
As with previous challenges, participants are encouraged to adapt the guidelines to fit their own circumstances. Commit to spending time outdoors for the next 30 days, observing a new plant, animal, or sound each day.
- Record your observations to track your journey.
- Share your findings with a challenge partner if you have one.
- Join the conversation by posting on social media with the hashtag #Coach4adayChallenge.
Observation #7-Trail
It is amazing the transformation your mind can go under when you hike even a short distance on a wooded trail. Scientists have found that walking on a wooded trail enhances creativity, improves focus, and boosts mood by increasing dopamine and serotonin levels.
One of my friends Jeff Eisen takes almost daily walks on trails and records his journey with photos. Just looking at his pictures is therapeutic. If you are looking for trail’s platforms like AllTrails, TrailLink, and Hiking Project they allow you to search for trails based on location, difficulty, and length.
On my walk recently I came to a straight path thru a grove of long leaf pine trees that provided the trail a canopy above and a cushion of pine needles below. It was peaceful and serene. Here is my Jeff Eisen copycat photo of my trail.
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