ALT A black-capped chickadee perches on a person’s open hand, pecking at sunflower seeds, with snow-covered trees in the background.

ALT A snow-covered forest trail stretches straight ahead between tall trees, with branches heavy with fresh snow and groomed tracks visible on the trail surface.

ALT A small log warming shack with a shingled roof sits in a wooded area, surrounded by trees and fallen leaves, with a stone chimney visible behind the building.

ALT A small wooden dock extends out into a still, reflective lake in the foreground. The shoreline is lined with tall grasses and low shrubs that are turning shades of orange and red, suggesting early autumn. Beyond the water, a dense forest of green pine and deciduous trees stretches across the horizon. The sky above is light blue with a few soft, wispy clouds, adding to the sense of calm and openness in the scene. The overall atmosphere feels quiet and peaceful, as if inviting someone to pause and take in the natural beauty.

ALT After a wildfire, return home only when emergency officials say it is safe.