Autumn in Grand Ledge

Gorgeous fall color at the Fitzgerald Park in a small town nearby Lansing.

A challenge lied ahead at the trail head was a flight of stairs. We were fortunate to have more than a couple of hands to help us carrying the baby gears down the stairs. It's an enjoyable, stunning colorful trail winding through the forest along the bank of Grand River on the left and the ledges on the right. An ancient railroad trestle marks the end of the trail.

As we unwinding at the end of the day, the soreness of arms crept in. Carrying a 17-pounder along a trail was quite a workout.