A beautiful fall hike enjoyed by Celia, Sheila and Linda at Riverbend trails. Lots of conversation and anticipation for snow and ski days. We observed a pileated woodpecker as he drank sap from the spruce tree. After the pileated friend flew off; Celia observed that the pecker had been very busy in the area. There were numerous holes in the trees. A great start to some early ski conditioning.  Submitted by Linda