Earth Day 2022

https://vimeo.com/701890951 Earth Day 2022: A journey through our adventures of the last year or so, offering subtle reminders of the importance to protect our planet and its future.

POTW: Pelecanus Erythrorhynchos

Pelecanus Erythrorhynchos, or more commonly known as the American White Pelican, one of the largest birds of North America, takes flight over Shadow Mountain Lake. They frequently congregate, in mass, near the inflow from the Colorado River on Shadow Mountain Lake, returning each spring to the edge of Rocky Mountain National Park.

POTW – The American White Pelican

American White Pelican ~ Shadow Mountain Lake A rare kayaking moment on Shadow Mountain Lake. With the lake levels so high this year we were able to kayak into the Colorado River and get close enough to photograph the magnificent American White Pelican.

Kayaking with a Hike to the River

Saturday started out a bit earlier than I had anticipated, as Aspen was gearing up for the day around 5AM. I desperately wanted at least another hour of sleep before having to tend to her morning routine. With Aspen fed and snuggled back into bed with Stella, I dove into my next read, "John Muir … Continue reading Kayaking with a Hike to the River

Kayaking Willow Creek Reservoir and a quick hike to Adams Falls

Within the Arapaho National Recreation Area, the Willow Creek Reservoir is located  about two miles west of Lake Granby where its outflow is pumped into the Colorado River. The reservoir sits in the Willow Creek basin and captures the run off from the surrounding mountains. The creek itself begins in Northwest Grand County deep into … Continue reading Kayaking Willow Creek Reservoir and a quick hike to Adams Falls