As the early fall foliage season progresses, leaves begin to add color to the Vermont landscape.
The Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation has prepared the second of seven programs: Autumn leaves reportdistributed by Vermont Travel Guide.
Foresters in Vermont report bright reds, oranges, and yellows, especially in cooler, wetter regions in the north. Much of the state is just beginning to turn color, and there is a long way to go before the colors reach their peak.
“The northern regions of the state retain their most vibrant colors at this time, as these trees are first exposed to colder temperatures. Areas in particular, where red maples are abundant, provide stunning crimson vistas in the Northeast Kingdom. ” The report read. “Sugar maple foliage is progressing as well, with leaves changing from yellow to orange to reddish-brown, and birch species are starting to show yellow hues in higher elevations.”
Some trees are feeling the effects of summer, especially during the rainy season, by dropping their leaves early. Leaf fall is an important part of the nutrient cycle that helps ensure the health of Vermont’s trees and forests, according to Vermont foresters. They say the colorful foliage on the ground complements the experience, and much of the state is still shaping up for this season’s spectacular show.
The best time to see autumn leaves may be delayed
Northeast foliage forecaster Jim Salge predicts that this year’s peak foliage may be delayed a bit as the region experiences warmer weather.
“We’re only about a week away from the earliest traditional peak time in the far north and mountains, but it’s so warm, cloudy and wet that the peak definitely won’t happen on a normal schedule,” he said.Interview yankee magazine. Sarge said the peak will likely be delayed by a week or so unless a good cold front arrives in the region soon. Here in northern Vermont, Peaks occur frequently Around October 8th. Map updated by Yankee Mag shows that Vermont will reach its peak between October 19th and 29th this year.
Sarge specifically mentioned Vermont, saying, “Vermont has some of the best fall foliage forests in the world, but they really suffered from flooding this year. Even if the colors aren’t special, they’re always beautiful. So come enjoy the fall foliage. A leaf-peeping adventure for hard-hit Vermont communities.” He encouraged fall foliage chasers to complete the popular Vermont 100 end-to-end. did.
According to the Vermont Fall Foliage Report, 26,000 acres of Essex County and Groton State Forest currently have some of the best fall foliage in the state.
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