Al Borlin, Butterflies park

I was fortunate to find myself in Monroe, WA yesterday with a little extra time, so I took a beautiful little walk along the wonderful trails in this park.  The park was renamed after a former City Councilman, pro-tem Mayor, FFA Advisor, longtime Agriculture Teacher (26 years) and Evergreen State Fairgrounds Director (25 years). On the day of his retirement from teaching, the City declared the occasion 'Allan Borlin Day' where he was honored for his local, state and national accomplishments.

Beauty at rest on a bright, sunny day.  There were butterflies all around me on this day

Orange drop

As if there weren't enough rocks in the river bed, meditating on an artistic rendition

A momentary joy, these will be berries before you know it

There's lots of little side trails down to the river

And here's the main trail

Now that's green!

Another beauty

Idyllic.  And I was told this is an excellent fishing hole in the background.  There are also fresh water mussels found here

Keep your eyes open for wildlife when you're in Monroe, you never know where you'll find it