Chapter Four - Harper Falls

The forest was lovely, the weather pleasant and the dogs happy as we hiked our way back to the Harper Falls trail head:

Fergus led the charge as the youngsters raced along the trail:

But I stopped him long enough for a photo on a big, mossy rock:

I had happy dogs running both ways, exploring the forest and having a generally good time:

I love this shot of Fergus and Madeline sailing over a log. Notice Fergus' ears in the air like wings:

As we neared the trail head, I told the dogs to stay closer and slow down. I gave them a few refresher lessons on the meaning of "heal." They're quite good at it unless a dog or person appears on the trail up ahead. Then all their training goes to hell in a hand basket:

We crossed back over the big, uncovered culvert:

And past lovely little streams:

Madeline chugged along with her head down, reminding me very much of a little locomotive:

Seamus watched as Madeline chugged down the trail:

And Daphne looked so very earnest:

But very soon we arrived at the car. This had been a long and tiring day. I knew I'd sleep well and I also knew the next day would be another busy one for me: