In October of 2007 I had the priviledge of taking a two day journey through the front range of the Colorado Rockies. Driving approximately 530 miles of pure grandure through God's country. You can view my journey via Google Maps by clicking this link.
My journey started from Denver International Airport where I rented a 4x4 jeep. I will say that on this trip, a smaller car would have been sufficient since I didnt travel on any dirt roads. My first stop was Mt. Evans just south of Idaho Springs. Mt. Evans is located within the Arapaho National Forest and it is here where you can drive on the highest...
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Located in Northwestern Wyoming and Southwestern Montana lies two of the most beautiful and pristine mountain ranges. The Absaroka's in Wyoming and the Beartooth in Montana. These ranges are east and north of Yellowstone National Park. Here you will find a land of immeasurable beauty as if it was sculpted by the very hand of God.
This wilderness is home to a large variety of Moose, Elk, Bighorn Sheep, Grizzly Bear, Black Bear, Wolverines, mountain goats, mountain lions, bobcats, lynx and wolves to name a few. Not too long ago this area was inhabited by a Native American tribe called Crow....
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Every year between the middle of December until early February the North American Bald Eagle migrates to the Quad Cities area from northern Wisconsin, Minnesota and Canada. During this time you can travel along the river and constantly see these magnificant raptors.
When the river freezes, the best places are near the lock and dams where the water is open. I especially like to hang out just west of Lock and Dam 15 & 14 on the Iowa side of the river. It is here you can see sometimes hundreds of bald eagles hovering over the river or roosting in the trees.
At any time you will see between...
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Another chilly night with a beautiful full moon to light the landscape. I was exhausted and glad to turn in for the night. Off in the distance, I could see the city lights of Page Arizona to the south which was to be my morning destination. I woke up at first light just before the sun came above the horizon. I had a little breakfast and prepared for my trek down the cliff. Although I am uncertain the height i was at from the valley below, it was pretty high and I had a great view. Off to the distance, I could see Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
Of course the road was not paved...
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For me, the first night camping out is always a bit intimidating. Out there all alone with nobody, and I mean nobody, to talk to. As weird as it may sound, I can only describe it as exhilarating. That is, I am freightened, nervous, excited and completely in my element all in one. Sure I realize there are those who would say "that is absolutely not for me" or may even say it sounds rediculous. But then again...I am not 'some' people. Call it an ancient instinct built in my from the time my ancestors ruled this continent with other tribes.
Let me also say that I do not take these types of trips...
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