Across
- 1. Sweater material often made from an animal
- 4. Worn around the neck for warmth
- 7. Wind that blows fallen leaves around
- 8. Natural pigment responsible for red, yellow, and orange leaf colors
- 12. Aromatic spice derived from bark, used in pies
- 13. Another word for crunchy autumn leaves
- 14. Fallen foliage, often damp and decomposing, enriching soil
- 16. Popular hot drink made from autumn squash
- 17. Round orange veggie often used for carving or cooking
- 18. Atmospheric condition typical in late fall mornings
Down
- 2. Autumn activity involving walking through nature to see the colors
- 3. Autumn herb that's as wise as it is fragrant
- 5. Nocturnal winged mammals that often appear in fall folklore
- 6. Often seen on damp logs, sometimes brightly colored
- 9. Fruit often used for cider or pies
- 10. Type of deciduous tree that often turns bright red in fall
- 11. Hard-shelled nut from oak trees
- 12. Crisp morning weather often comes in this season
- 15. A bird that gobbles