The Shooting Star is one of the early blooming wildflowers in the high elevations of the Rocky Mountains of Idaho. It reaches its peak in the last weeks of June each year. This year is no different. The Shooting Star is part of the primrose family. This species is named Primula jeffreyi. The flower’s common Read More…
Rocky Mountains
Take Me to the River – Idaho in the Fall-time
Take me to the River and wash me in the colors of fall-time in Idaho. From the towns of Stanley to Ketchum, the mountains and river drainages contained within can be magical. For the last two weeks of September and first two of October, I would suggest another word to explain the experience – magnificent. Read More…
Sawtooths Moving Into October
The Sawtooths in the month of September are marvelous. However, dramatically different weather can occur from one day to another. For example, on this day, the 29th of September the weather is clear and dry. Also, the temperature at 4PM, is 73 degrees Fahrenheit. Differing from the warm afternoons, the mornings are getting cool. The Read More…