Sunday, July 24, 2016

Back to "Work"

Hi All,

It is Sunday so we are back on patrol. At the Lupine Meadows trailhead we realized we were not the only ones looking for unattended food. This raven was checking out all the open pickup beds.


We never saw this couple but what a great way to honeymoon.

The fires are still burning to the east but our sky has cleared. Not so much the traffic! This is a big holiday in Utah and Teton is a favorite destination.

Love,

Sandy & Carl 
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Tuesday, July 19, 2016

Moose, Smiles & Smoke

Hi All,
The moose have been out almost continuously along Moose Wilson Road. On Monday we spent about five hours with this moose. Her calf is sitting in the high grass. 

It was hot and tiring but the enthusiasm and excitement of the many visitors make it worthwhile.

Here's a photo of the intrepid Wildlife Brigaders at the moose jam.


On Sunday afternoon a lightning strike started a forest fire about 39 miles south of us. By Monday morning it had grown to 2300 acres and Jackson Hole was full of smoke. This comparison from the Moose entrance station shows the effect of the smoke.
By Tuesday evening the fire had grown to 6500 acres and several areas had been evacuated.

Then the power went out! Not related to the fire but spooky none the less. It is nice to live in a self contained motorhome with an inverter, generator and water tank.

Love,

Sandy & Carl 
Living & Traveling in our Motorhome
Volunteering across America
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Sunday, July 17, 2016

Dubois Museum Day

Hi All,

This week's foray with Betty & Walt was to the Museum Days celebration in Dubois (du-BOYS) WY.

How about a WW II era jeep converted to a fire engine!


A stunning wildlife quilt

A taxidermist working on a pronghorn. First step is to build up the structure to the correct shape.

Then the hide is pinned and glued on. These two pictures were taken about 90 minutes apart.

The museum has several small cabins restored and moved to the museum grounds-including a gas station.

Tom creates spear points and arrowheads from flint and obsidian using a copper tool.
Great fun. Thanks again Walt & Betty.

Love,

Sandy & Carl 
Living & Traveling in our Motorhome
Volunteering across America
617-435-8502

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Tuesday, July 12, 2016

No Particular Subject

Hi All,

We hiked with Walt & Betty through the South Park WMA. Great views across the pond.

Next day a severe storm front came through with half inch hail.

Our cinnamon black bear is still hanging around Jenny Lake.

A friend in Florida sent us this unusual photo. The baby moose calves were orphaned, bottle fed then trained to haul a cart!!

Love,

Sandy & Carl 
Living & Traveling in our Motorhome
Volunteering across America
617-435-8502
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Wednesday, July 6, 2016

Fairly Quiet Work Week

Hi All,

It was a pretty quiet work week again. A few moose jams and brief bear jams.

Lots of wildflowers out like this one named Elephant Head. Thanks for the great photo Walt.


At one moose jam the animal walked right towards us to cross the road.

We typically patrol campgrounds for coolers, food and other bear attractants but we also check for smoldering campfires and unattended pets. At Jenny Lake CG we found both at the same site. You cannot leave a dog alone tied up in bear country. Sandy made friends with Cookie and we took her to a safe place until her owners returned.

Many friends send us bear cartoons- this one was pretty cute.

Check out this sunset.

Love,

Sandy & Carl 
Living & Traveling in our Motorhome
Volunteering across America
617-435-8502
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Saturday, July 2, 2016

Another Great Saturday with Walt & Betty

Hi All,

Our first stop was a cluster of old buildings along the east boundary of the park. Can't beat the view!


Even the reflection in the front window was stunning.

We drove out to Slide Lake and found this yellow bellied marmot waiting for us.

Here Walt & Betty enjoy the view from the "Wedding Tree". Very appropriate since they celebrate their 50th anniversary next month.

More great mountain views from Blacktail overlook.

Love,

Sandy & Carl 
Living & Traveling in our Motorhome
Volunteering across America
617-435-8502

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Late June Miscellany

Hi All,

At the Murie Ranch, former home of wilderness advocates Olaus and Mardy Murie, we heard an interesting presentation about the Wilderness Society and the Wilderness Act.

During our hike on the Lakeshore Trail near Coulter Bay, we spotted this family enjoying the view.

Local volunteers the Clarks hosted a potluck at their home. As we prepared to leave we had visitors. Talk about being all legs!

With increased visitation this year there is more traffic. More time to soak in the magnificent views😀.

We attended Friday night services at the home of the Orthodox Chabad Rabbi. Check out the kipot (skullcaps) they designed-"Chabad of Jackson Hole" with a MOOSE.

Life is good even as the crowds build and the animals are more active.

Love,

Sandy & Carl 
Living & Traveling in our Motorhome
Volunteering across America
617-435-8502

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