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Spring has sprung, and the city is once again a blooming, frost-free zone brimming with possibility. So join Gothamist Dating, grab your partner and your binocs, and take a cue from Thumper and Pocahantas: go raise a little hell in the forest.
Waterfalls at North Woods, courtesy FreeVerse Photography's flickr
How about we... ditch the beaten path and go explore the great outdoors?
Touché, Tolkien. Maybe not all who wander ARE lost. Maybe they're just on a date. Indeed, while the lack of conspicuous signs of human life, babbling brooks and birds, and poor cell phone reception can all be ominous when you're seeking signs of the impending apocalypse, a naturefest can also inspire amorous feelings. In case you need more than birdcalls and beckoning breezes to guide you, find your Gothamist-approved outdoor oasis here: The 8 Best Outdoor Oases In NYC.
