I’ve had the chance to explore several areas of New Mexico which I’ll detail in this page. New Mexico is a state full of historic sites dating back many hundreds of years, as well as natural wonders encompassing mountain and desert regions. Read on..
Monthly Archives: July 2022
Silver Dollar Lakes
Exploring Yellowstone
Exploring Yellowstone
We’ve been to Yellowstone several times in the past few years and we’ve had the chance to explore a large array of the park’s features. Here’s an overview of many of the various locations, trails, campgrounds and more of which I am familiar...Read on
Washington State and Victoria, BC
When I first saw Rainier from the window of an airplane on the return flight from Alaska, I decided that the next time I saw that great mountain it would be from ground level. Washington state became I priority of mine and in June of 2009 we arrived, ready to explore the great parks, the city of Seattle, and venture by ferry to Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
Lory State Park
We got out as a whole family and drove north to Fort Collins to do some hiking. We found Lory State Park right outside town by the Horsetooth Reservoir and hiked the short but steep Arthur’s Rock Trail. Then we headed to town for some good food and beer at the CooperSmith’s Brewery.
I got my first photo of a western tanager and assorted other plants and animals.
















Colorado 14ers and Other Mountain Hikes
Colorado 14ers and Other Mountain Hikes
I’ve updated the page to include our July 2022 ascent of 14,440 ft Mt. Elbert, the tallest peak in Colorado and the entire Rocky Mountain range. Read on…
Wildlife of Florida
The sunshine state is a paradise for wildlife seekers. Florida is where birds of every type can be found, and the coastlines, estuaries, marshlands, reefs, and woodlands are home to amazing creatures of every variety.
We’ve been to Florida three times in the past ten years and the Everglades and Keys are featured here the most. View the gallery…
Flask Painting Project

Lots of animals to add to the flask..
Happy Independence Day!!
Chief Standing Bear























