On this day, I am attempting to photograph wild birds in the Alakai Wilderness on the Island of Kauai. My trip will take me along the high ridgeline of the Pihea Trail and down into the Alakai Swamp. The terrain is remote and otherwise demanding. Especially, for someone hiking with 40 lbs. of camera gear Read More…
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Fire in the Yard: The Ross Fork
The Ross Fork Fire in the Sawtooth Wilderness and Sawtooth National Recreation Area (SNRA) is a challenging wildfire for the community. Information about the incident is [here] It has spread into and burned remote areas utilized by recreationists. The Ross Fork Fire as also burned out drainages with cabins and reached into the tiny enclaves Read More…
A Reconnaissance Like No Other
Glassford Peak is on my mind. The mountain has been on my mind for the past 40 years. I have yet to climb it. Glassford (11,602 ft.) is buried in the middle of the Boulder Hemmingway Wilderness. It is the third highest peak in the Boulder Mountain Range. Glassford is the most prominent peak heading Read More…