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Leaf Peepers | Infographic

Every fall, New England experiences an explosion of variety and color. We’re not talking about the trees; we’re talking about the people who come to look at them. For the uninitiated, here’s a basic introduction to leaf peepers. Illustration by Mark Brewer Visit YankeeFoliage.com for weekly foliage reports, suggested drives, and interactive foliage maps!

A cartoon knight in armor rides a horse with a surprised expression. The knight holds a rake with colorful leaves. The horse's blanket is red with a yellow leaf. There is a small orange leaf in the air.

Credit: Brewer, Mark
Every fall, New England experiences an explosion of variety and color. We’re not talking about the trees; we’re talking about the people who come to look at them. For the uninitiated, here’s a basic introduction to leaf peepers. Illustration by Mark Brewer Visit YankeeFoliage.com for weekly foliage reports, suggested drives, and interactive foliage maps! An illustration titled "Yankee Magazine’s Introduction to Leaf Peepers" depicts various types of leaf peepers: The Morning Starter, The Professional, The Meeanderer, The Arborescent Authority, The Misanthrope, The Swarm, The Kidnapper, The Procrastinator, The New England Newbie, and The True Believer.

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