Streams provide a natural habitat for an abundance of wildlife and nature. From the common everyday species of plants and animals that we know to those that are less well known.
Walking a long side a stream is not only a good way to see nature, but also a great way to relax and unwind. There is something about the sound of a babbling brook or small waterfall that certainly helps me unwind.
Taking in the suroundings and walking quietly down a wooded stream, its great to see the dart of bright blue and orange along the edge of the water as a kingfisher hunts for its next meal. A heron standing in the water still as the trees around it, patiently awaiting an unsuspecting fish to swim near by.
Trees and plants alongside the path and river bank providing homes and roosting places for animals and birds. There are too many to list here, but lots to see and try and identify and learn the names of.
There are many streams that can easily be walked along side due to a path or right of way. I would encourage you to take a wander and follow a stream for a bit and see what you can discover and unwind from the pressures of every day life. Where will your next walk take you?
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