Nook Trail, Section Line Trail & West Tiger 3 — Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025

Caught a clear weather window on the loop this am and got a good workout.  Started at 1100 from a parking lot that was about 1/2 full.  Made right on the Tradition Lake trail, over bridge then left onto Nook trail.  Had a few layers on to start in the cooler temps so stopped at Pipsee View to remove a layer before the climbing started.  Trail was quiet, wet, but not muddy.  Hit Section line and then the climbing really starts.  Kept a steady pace going.  Saw a couple of trail runners, otherwise no other hikers.  The summit of WT3 offered some misty views in all directions, a cool breeze, and no rain.  Sat at the bench and once again enjoyed my time on Tiger (it never disappoints).  Started down WT3 trail at a quick pace on a wet trail with little mud.  Lots and lots of mushrooms on all the trails.  No evidence of bear activity today.  And I kept an eye out for slugs so not to step on them.  Once back at the car close to 1:30, it started to rain a little.