The residents and visitors to this valley are lucky to enjoy a brilliant splattering of gold among the hillsides every autumn. These beautiful yellow, and sometimes orange and red-leaves are aspen..
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Topics: Curious Nature
This last winter, I had the privilege of working in Yellowstone National Park, where I befriended some of the local winter wildlife. This included the American pine marten. Under normal..
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If you’ve attempted a picnic in Colorado, you’ve probably learned it’s hard to find a spot where your picnic won't be crashed by some of our local wildlife. These barbecue bandits emerge quietly and..
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This is the time of year we see a lot of seeds on the move! Much like parents pushing their children out of their house, plants want to spread their seeds, or their genes, as far as possible. Seed..
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As the heat of summer begins to cool and hours of sunlight shorten, you’ve probably noticed the dwindling numbers of colorful wildflowers on your hikes. While the dazzling colors of summer may be..
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Topics: Curious Nature, Wildflower Update
It's finally berry picking season! That's right, the time of year has come when we can discover the sparkling sweet gems our varied plants have provided this season. Nothing awakens the primordial..
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I’m sorry. I hate to be the one to say it, but it’s almost here. The end of summer. I know because I saw football on TV last night. So I was going to write today to tell you about grebes (which are..
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The world of alpine plants encompasses many species and even more secrets to survival. Adapting to a world where extremes are the norm takes persistence and flexibility; but each summer, the alpine..
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We are now in the full heat of summer and as the snow continues to melt from the mountaintops, the afternoons are characterized by ominous clouds and rainfall. The days are continuously getting..
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Topics: Curious Nature, Wildflower Update
The community is bustling as herons, egrets, and ibises come and go from the large cottonwood tree. While most birds nest in mated pairs, a few nest communally, sharing the warmth and protection of..
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Topics: Curious Nature, Birding
Summer is in full swing and the opportunities for recreation seem almost limitless. Trails take off in every direction leading hikers, bikers, climbers, horseback riders, kayakers, and fishers to..
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The snow has finally melted off our favorite trails, the alpine forget-me-nots are poking their brilliant blue flowers out of pincushions on the most remote peaks, and the smells, sights, and sounds..
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