Dutch John ~ Flaming Gorge, Utah is where we recently ventured. This was a new place for both of us, one of which Larry was particularly interested in visiting. The Flaming Gorge Reservoir spans northeastern Utah and southwestern Wyoming. One of the reservoir's biggest draws is its vivid red-orange cliffs that stretch majestically along its … Continue reading Dutch John ~ Flaming Gorge, Utah
Reflection Canyon Utah taken in 2015 What comes next for Lake Powell? Craig Childs/High Country News There is the crumpling, the mess. A marina that once floated in a cove has been towed out of the shrinking lake and dropped in a field of Russian thistle, its metal pontoons partially sunk into dry, crack-crazed soil. Cooler … Continue reading Glen Canyon Revealed
This a compilation of books that we have read, and we continue adding to this list. The books are about topics ranging from history and different cultures to the outdoors and environmental concerns. The purpose of adding the Book tab to the Paddle & Trails website is to bring awareness of these topics and to … Continue reading Recommended Books
Larry and I have passed through Pinedale, Wyoming numerous times on our way to Jackson Hole and Alpine. For some reason, however, we never spent time exploring the area. During our Wyoming Labor Day Weekend there, we learned that we had really been missing out on seeing the numerous lakes in the area. There are … Continue reading Wyoming Labor Day Weekend
Squaretop Mountain, as seen from the "Big Mango" on Green River Lakes. Looking southeast through the haze from wildfire smoke being blown in from Idaho and Montana. Squaretop Mountain is in the Bridger Wilderness, deep within the Wind River Range.
Moab: a hot, dry desert region in eastern Utah. It is a place of archeological wonder, and one in which people travel from around the globe to observe the landscape carved millions of years ago. Two weeks ago, we spent a few days in Moab biking and exploring the area's parks. While we did enjoy … Continue reading Moab Adventure!