Pronghorn are a prominent feature of the open prairies and ranges of the Western United States. The Pronghorn is not an Antelope. Its closest living relative is the Giraffe. The Pronghorn travels at speeds between 55-60 MPH. Therefore, it is the fastest land animal in the western hemisphere. While the African Cheetah can reach a Read More…
Capturing The Valley: Sharing Residency
This week, the Grosbeak’s decided to move in at our home in Stanley, Idaho. They are new residents. A New Bird in Town The Evening Grosbeak is an eye-catching kenspeckle bird. It travels in flocks looking for food sources. In addition, if the flock likes the food source and it proves to be reliable, they Read More…
Capturing The Valley: El’ Capitan Encounter
El’ Capitan is one of the Iconic peaks of Rocky Mountains and the state of Idaho. On this day I am hiking and scrambling off-trail in the backcountry to find new views and perspectives of the mountain. I decide to get off trail and scramble up to and traverse the northern ridgeline of the Pettit Read More…