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Fascinating Facets Part 2 of 2 - Snow Science

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jan 12, 2015 11:16:59 AM

In Part 1, we learned that snow is always changing as it falls from the sky and then as it settles in our snowpack. Although we associate snow with cold, it actually acts as an important insulator..

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Fascinating Facets Part 1 of 2 - Snow Science

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jan 6, 2015 9:04:07 AM

Living in Eagle County, we can all consider ourselves familiar with snow. We either fight it or love it all winter, but how often do we stop to appreciate its intricate and delicate nature? Snow,..

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Believing the Benefits of Birdsong

Posted by Walking Mountains on Feb 25, 2014 1:00:03 PM

Have you ever stopped to think of the importance of birdsong? Humans are cued in to bird calls more than you might realize. We know that when we hear a chorus of birdsong as we hike, we are..

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Orion and Winter Constalations in the Night Sky Vail Colorado

Somewhat Fictitious Lore of Winter Constellations

Posted by Walking Mountains on Feb 21, 2014 9:29:37 AM

Once upon a time, in a valley tucked away in the Rockies, there was a place they called Min’urn. River in front…cliffs behind…good water, not much wind; a good place to live.

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Punxsutawney Phil vs. NOAA

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jan 31, 2014 7:35:35 AM

Have you made plans for the weekend of February 1st? If not, there’s still time to get your tickets for the Annual Groundhog Club Banquet in Punxsutawney, PA. Once again, following the banquet, on..

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Busy Beavers

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jan 28, 2014 7:59:36 AM

It’s a busy time on the mountain for us, but you might not expect beavers to be as active this time of year. Surprise! They are busier than you’d think right around now because between January and..

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With the recent snow storm, many folks in Colorado are still digging out.

SNOW for Colorado? YES!

Posted by Walking Mountains on Jan 22, 2014 8:06:20 AM

This winter has been characterized by dumping snow, super cold temperatures and relatively clear skies. Great news for farmers, ski resorts and the wild locals, but bad news for the backcountry..

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Sandhill Crane Passages in Colorado

Posted by Walking Mountains on Sep 5, 2013 11:39:12 AM

Each spring, a huge gathering begins in the meadows surrounding Nebraska’s placid North Platte River. Gangly creatures in gray coats stride about on skinny legs. Some are already paired up with..

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Spring Storms

Posted by Walking Mountains on Mar 20, 2013 4:34:18 PM

Days are growing longer, and spring is fast approaching. But for us mountain dwellers, winter isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. While temperatures rise around the country, and plants and animals..

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Counting the Christmas Birds

Posted by Walking Mountains on Dec 10, 2012 10:12:33 AM

When I first heard of Christmas Bird Counts (CBC) I envisioned bird lovers sitting in the dark and cold, waiting for midnight on Dec. 24th and then lifting their binoculars to begin a 24 hour period..

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Time to Talk Turkey! Merriam's Wild Turkeys Thrive in Mountain Regions

Posted by Walking Mountains on Nov 22, 2011 2:39:29 PM

What is known as “turkey time” is right around the corner again. A time for families and friends to celebrate all things they are thankful for, usually gathering around a table piled high with white..

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Winter Preparations - Learning From The Utes

Posted by Walking Mountains on Oct 7, 2011 11:10:34 AM

As the summer winds down and we begin to prepare for the winter, I think about wildlife making their preparations. Bears are busy eating for as many as 20 hours a day to fatten up for their winter..

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