Jackson's Gardens

This is one of the formal plantings in Jackson's Gardens, on the grounds of Union College. Standing here, it's a bit of open space, bright and sunny amid the trees.

Stone walls separate the sections, and an immaculate, lush grass lawn carpets the path under your feet.

The little one has spotted the small pool and fountain and can't resist racing off to go see it close-up.

Shelf fungi

There are some dark, moist areas in Jackson's Garden on the Union College campus. Perfect for these shelf mushrooms to grow. What an amazing colour to see among the earthy greens and browns of the deep woods.

Jackson's Garden

On the grounds of Union College, not far from the Nott Memorial, one can find Jackson's Garden. Jackson's Garden is 8 acres of paths, plantings and trees that roughly follows along Hans Groot's Kill.

The Kill (local lore is that kill is the Dutch word for creek.) is a slow moving, quiet piece of water. I hope this photo captures some of the peacefulness of the place.

If you visit the Garden in the summer, be prepared for the mosquitoes. With all the water and shade, it's a perfect place for them.