We saw this bush in the park last week.  It is a Strawberry bush, Euonymus americanus.  

 

It has another local common name, Hearts a-bustin with love.  When you look closely at the seeds, you can understand that name.  This time of year the dark red seed capsules pop open, exposing bright, shiny red or orange berries.  Even though the name sounds inviting, this strawberry is NOT EDIBLE!!!

 

I've seen them in our woods, too.  So keep your eyes open when you're walking the trail, or traipsing through the woods.  

 

HAPPY HUNTING!!!