Monthly Archives: August 2009

Collegiate Peaks

Buena Vista, Colorado August 25,2009 Our route today from Estes Park to Buena Vista took us over three scenic byways: the peak to peak, top of the rockies and the collegiate peak scenic byways.  It was a challenging mountain drive … Continue reading

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rocky mountain high~~~~

Rocky Mountain National Park 8/21/09 To view magnificent wildlife in the natural environment is always a thrill.  We watched two bucks grazing in the alpine tundra grasses on a beautiful sunny day.  Later we spotted a whole herd of elk … Continue reading

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Corny

Madison, SD 8/5/09 The corn and soybeans fields of SD are amazingly green this year.  Seems they have had a lot of rain this year!  We are enjoying our “tourist hat” in Mitchell SD.  The Corn Palace is a true … Continue reading

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