{"id":784,"date":"2025-05-30T16:51:08","date_gmt":"2025-05-30T16:51:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.balikesirbirey.com\/?p=784"},"modified":"2025-06-05T15:49:53","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T15:49:53","slug":"here-comes-june","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.balikesirbirey.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/30\/here-comes-june\/","title":{"rendered":"Here Comes June!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\ud83c\udf38\" Wildflowers in Full Bloom<\/h3>\n

Here comes June\u2014and with it, Vermont\u2019s peak wildflower season<\/strong>. Take some time to slow down and smell the flowers like lupines, daisies, black-eyed Susans,<\/strong> and buttercups<\/strong>. These beautiful blooms can often be found in meadows and along roadsides throughout the region. At Smuggs, the Green Mountain lushness is in full effect. Our deciduous forests<\/strong> are fully leafed out, creating that thick natural canopy we all cherish as the summer sun starts to shine a little stronger.<\/p>\n

\"\ud83e\udd8c\" Wildlife on the Move<\/h3>\n

With all the new life blossoming, local wildlife<\/strong> is active and out exploring. Birds are calling, mammals are foraging, and amphibians are hopping around in the damp corners of our landscape. Be sure to keep your eyes open, especially in the early morning or later in the day\u2014prime time for nature spotting here in the Notch.<\/p>\n

\"\ud83e\udd9f\" A Word About Bugs<\/h3>\n

Yes, the bugs are back! Be sure to pack your bug spray<\/strong> and wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothes<\/strong> to stay comfortable outdoors. If you need supplies, you can stop by the Country Store<\/strong> or 3 Mountain Outfitters<\/strong>\u2014we\u2019ve got a great selection of insect repellent and lightweight layers to keep your adventures itch-free.<\/p>\n

\"\u2600\" A Perfect Time for Outdoor Play<\/h3>\n

June\u2019s weather in Vermont is truly outstanding. It\u2019s often a bit cooler than later summer<\/strong>, making it a great time to get out and enjoy all that Smuggs and the surrounding area have to offer. Whether you\u2019re into:<\/p>\n