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Fall-foliage excursions in New England Question: Generally, what is usually the period of the most spectacular fall colors in New England? Specifically, do researchers have any idea when that period will occur this year? Thanks for your help. My wife has just been diagnosed with terminal cancer and this may be her last major outing. Phil Euler
国产吃瓜黑料 Adviser: According to the experts at Tauck Tours, a company that offers 16 fall-foliage excursions, timing for autumn color varies slightly from year to year. Generally, however, the process takes approximately six weeks during September and October, with most of New England’s color peaking around early to mid-October. Early fall colors tend to be more brilliant at higher altitudes and farther north, like northern New England, Quebec鈥檚 Laurentian Mountains, Michigan, and the Rockies. Later, fall color tends to be more From September through October the change sweeps down mountainsides and drapes a good chunk of the country in explosive oranges, yellows, and reds. Coastal areas tend to turn color later than those inland, but because of the Gulf Stream, areas like Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada turn later than expected. For weekly updated fall foliage reports on specific regions throughout North America, call Tauk Tours’ Fall Foliage Hot Line at 800-214-8209. You’ll hear a recorded message locating the hottest fall foliage spots nationwide, based on eyewitness accounts by tour directors in the field. For more information on Tauck Tours’ specialized color trips in New England, Eastern |
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