Monongahela National Forest

Spanning the Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia, Monongahela National Forest sprawls across 900,000 acres of diverse landscapes. Its lush forests, rolling hills, and rugged mountains create a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. With abundant trails, including those in the designated Cranberry Wilderness, hiking, camping, fishing, and wildlife watching are popular pursuits. The forest offers primitive and roadside camping, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature. While embracing its wilderness charm, it’s important to note that limited cell service adds to the authentic back-to-nature experience. From the Allegheny Plateau to mountainous terrains, Monongahela National Forest beckons adventurers to explore its untouched beauty and embrace the outdoor splendor of the Appalachian region.

https://www.fs.usda.gov/mnf
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monongahela_National_Forest

Camping at Table Rock / Canaan Heights – November 10, 2021

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Packing up and leaving early after a night at Canaan Heights - Table Rock in West Virginia when I was having problems with a bad wheel bearing in my truck. I wish I could have spent more time in West Virginia -- I'm almost tempted to go back down there this autumn again. November camping was cold, but it might be worth it, just to set up camp at Canaan Heights and spend some time there again.

Tonight at Sunset – November 9, 2021

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Tonight at Sunset 🌇

At sunset, look for partly clear skies 🌄 and temperatures around 56 degrees. There will be a west breeze at 9 mph.

Solar noon 🌞 is at 12:03 pm with sun having an altitude of 34° from the due south horizon (-39.6° vs. 6/21). A six foot person will cast a 8.9 foot shadow today compared to 2.2 feet on the first day of summer. The golden hour 🏅 starts at 4:31 pm with the sun in the west-southwest (243°). 📸 The sunset is in the west-southwest (249°) with the sun dropping below the horizon at 5:10 pm after setting for 2 minutes and 58 seconds with dusk around 5:36 pm, which is 57 seconds earlier than yesterday. 🌇 At dusk you’ll see the First Quarter 🌓 Moon in the south (191°) at an altitude of 25° from the horizon, 229,125 miles away. 🚀 The best time to look at the stars is after 6:10 pm.

Tonight will have a Waxing Crescent 🌒 Moon with 31% illuminated. At 5 PM, the moon was in the south (182°) at an altitude of 26° from the horizon, some 229,076 miles away from where you are looking up from the earth. 🚀 At the state speed limit of 55 mph, you’ll make it there by May 2nd. Buckle up for safety! 💺 The moon will set in the west-southwest (238°) at 9:36 pm. The Beaver 🐻 Moon is on Friday, November 19.