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I spent a good part of Sunday on an afternoon drive, following hidden game trails to explore an off-piste aspen stand. Famous for their striking white bark, quaking, shimmering leaves, and golden autumn glow, many aspen stands are not singular but pa

A long-abandoned building in Northern Oregon—ruin of depression, relic, or reminder of time’s passage?

Oregon is a major exporter of soft white wheat, perfect for baked goods like pastries, cakes, cookies, and noodles like ramen. Over 80

Nature Favors Entropy, 4 of 4

By morning, the encounter with the coyote is still in my dreams as I pack up camp, slam doors and greet the day with tires on the hardpack gravel road.

Back to reality, where nature has no preference. Left to themselv

Predators Make Maps, 3 of 4

Eastern Oregon's terrain is diverse, with rugged ranchlands and public lands stitched across the drastic geography. John Day Fossil Beds National Monument is "one park, three units"—Clarno, Sheep Rock and

Bear Dogs & Shifting Climates, 2 of 4

The John Day Formation, which formed from the Late Eocene to the Miocene, 39 to 18 million years ago, preserved a rich record of mammal evolution in North America. It was a time of dramatic climate change, f

To Be a Coyote, 1 of 4

July 15, 2025
Mitchell, Oregon
Priest Hole

In the twilight, dry eyes strain at a figure wading across the summer shallows of the John Day River. Just west of the rocky bend at Priest Hole, the animal blends seamlessly, mist

A wisp exploring in the evening light.
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The Fraser Valley from Big Meadows.
Arapaho National Forest
July 4, 2025

“Tell them I’m smiling because I have help,” Dad said, as my brother and I mow the pasture.

Grateful for moments like these, and the lessons passed down.

Happy Father’s Day!

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Fall Colors, Aspen

Golden Trails and Forgotten Rails

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Fall Colors, Aspen

Exploring aspen groves, forgotten railways, and the rugged beauty of Rollins Pass, just an hour from Denver.

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Fall Colors, Aspen

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Oregon, Landscape

Remnants

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Oregon, Landscape

A long-abandoned building in Northern Oregon—ruin of depression, relic, or reminder of time’s passage?

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Oregon, Landscape

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Oregon, John Day Fossil Beds

Trickster Wild

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Oregon, John Day Fossil Beds

In the twilight, dry eyes strain at a figure wading across the summer shallows of the John Day River. Just west of the rocky Bend at Priest Hole, the animal blends seamlessly.

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Oregon, John Day Fossil Beds

COLORADO

Arapaho National Forest, Fraser

Fraser Valley

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Arapaho National Forest, Fraser

Escape the crowds and embrace the wild.

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Arapaho National Forest, Fraser

BOOKS

What I'm Reading

Thinking Spaces

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What I'm Reading

“Freedom begins between the ears.”

― Edward Abbey

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What I'm Reading

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WASHINGTON, Vashon Island

Crow Beach, Vashon Island.

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WASHINGTON, Vashon Island

Vashon Island, located in Washington’s Puget Sound, has long been home to the Coast Salish people, particularly the Duwamish and Puyallup tribes.

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WASHINGTON, Vashon Island

The Wilderness Act, 1964

Today is the 60th anniversary of the Wilderness Act, a groundbreaking 1964 law that designated over 800 wilderness areas across the United States.

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FRANCE, HONFLEUR, NORMANDY

Honfleur, France

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FRANCE, HONFLEUR, NORMANDY

A beautiful blend of maritime heritage and artistic charm floods through an open window, following the call of sea birds and the sounds of a busy harbor just around the cobblestone bend.

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FRANCE, HONFLEUR, NORMANDY

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FRANCE, ART MUSEUMS, LOUVRE, PARIS

Louvre Museum Paris France

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FRANCE, ART MUSEUMS, LOUVRE, PARIS

The Louvre is home to iconic masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo, and centuries of culture and creativity are displayed in its magnificent halls.

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FRANCE, ART MUSEUMS, LOUVRE, PARIS

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FRANCE, NICE, OLD TOWN

Nice, France

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FRANCE, NICE, OLD TOWN

Greek, a part of the Roman Empire, Italian, Sardinian and French shaped the small Mediterranean port into an enchanting city with a rich history and vibrant culture.

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FRANCE, NICE, OLD TOWN

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VERSAILLES, GARDENS OF VERSAILLES

Versailles, France

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VERSAILLES, GARDENS OF VERSAILLES

A symbol of absolute monarchy and luxury, the Palace of Versailles was transformed from a hunting lodge into a grand palace by King Louis XIV in the 17th century. It became the political center of France and epitomized royal extravagance.

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VERSAILLES, GARDENS OF VERSAILLES

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PARIS, STREET PHOTOGRAPHY

Paris, France

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PARIS, STREET PHOTOGRAPHY

Bob Dylan has said, "I love Paris. I love the way it is. I love the way it was. I love the way it always will be." It's a perfect reflection of the city's timeless charm and enduring appeal, capturing its unique blend of history, culture, and romance.

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PARIS, STREET PHOTOGRAPHY

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