As we wave farewell to the sizzle and green of summer, we begin to usher in the changing of the seasons that seizes our surroundings and, with it, some of the most beautiful days of the year.
We are freed of some of the heat and hordes that summer brings with it, and have the opportunity to see our landscape at its most beautiful. The greens give way to golden yellows, coppers, and crimsons, giving the illusion that the forests are ablaze. Never do the mountains look so alive; what a perfect time to get into the outdoors and enjoy it!
Some of the best hiking is to be had in the fall, as we are able to venture into the heart of the mountains and watch as fall decorates our surroundings. With the sun’s lower position in the sky at this time of year, our sunsets are spectacular, our sunrises are pink and golden, and, usually, more stable weather patterns than those in August are present.
Here at Evergreen Outdoor Center, we love to share this time with our customers and families, taking them into the mountains for a one- or multi-day hike, to the lake for canoeing or kayaking, or to the trails for some mountain biking. Taking a weekend and removing our children from the television or iPad and spending some time together in Japan’s Northern Alps is the perfect way to balance day-to-day city life with the world around us.
Hakuba has so much to offer all year round, and autumn is by no means a time for it to be overlooked. With the colours at their best, the August humidity gone and the crowds halved in size the area is alive with opportunity. Our guides will be only too happy to show you why it is that we love autumn so much here at Evergeen Outdoor Center. — NADINE WILDING
