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Spring wildflowers bring first splash of color
As the weather warms, signs of spring are everywhere–green grass, emerging larch needles and spring wildflowers. The burst of color from spring wildflowers is a welcome sight after winter. There are several wildflowers to look for as the snow melts and the days become warmer, most notably the western trillium, western spring beauty, violets, yellow…
First Fireweed
Yesterday, I noticed the first fireweed showcasing its lower flowers. As summer progresses, the flowers will continue to open until they reach the top. Then autumn is only a short time away. First fireweed of summer Swallowtail butterflies and small yellows and whites have been frequenting the flowers and puddles. Also, two black bears have…
Mountain goats: Clinging to existence in the harshest places
The narrow ledges protruding from the sheer cliff caught enough snow to create a patchwork of white snow and dark rock that looked void of life especially during winter. But then movement caught my eye and I watched a cream-colored mountain goat move along a snow-covered ledge, proving that life could exist on the…