Ryerson Woods

A few photos from an October 4th hike at Ryerson Woods in Lake County, IL, where I was joined by Dan Melone.  The area is comprised largely of northern flatwoods and most of it appears as it did pre-settlement.

 This maple tree is massive.  Probably the biggest I've ever seen.

 One of six blue-spotted salamanders (Ambystoma laterale) seen.

 We chased a few green frogs (Lithobates clamitans) in the creek.

 One of several extant historic cabins in the woods, the Ryerson cabin has become derelict due to years of neglect.  Some details...