The orange is so vibrant - it is a bright as any pumpkin, isn't nature awesome, it makes me want to paint.
Get out an explore - Haliburton is a busy, beautiful adventure. Remember IF you find mushrooms, make sure you know what they are -and always cook them, I read an article that no mushrooms should be eaten raw. Better safe than sorry. I keep thinking of the dog that dies recently from eating mushrooms, I have never seen my dogs even sniff -they come and see what Im looking at but have never expressed any decide to consume, if you notice your dog looking at a mushroom, discourage them, I'd go so far as a tap on the nose with a firm "NO!" , that being said , It I think is rare.. my girls have never expressed any interest in mushrooms -cooked or in the forest.
Best to educate your dogs & kids & yourself when foraging for anything. The mycological society of Toronto is a great place to learn more. I'm grateful Storm knows his mushrooms, he's teaching people how to grow Shitake in kits! I'm thrilled because we always have fresh mushrooms, especially the medicinal like lions mane great for the brain, turkey tail tea & Chaga are a regular drink for me.
I hope you find some chicken of the woods to have for dinner - either way -hug a tree when out there, you'll feel better - I do. So many trees to hug - so little time. lol Grateful for another day & adventure - Thanks be to God.