If you love spending time outdoors, learning the art of fire-making is an essential skill. It is also a necessary survival skill for those wanting to venture into the wilderness. Whether you are a fan of camping, hiking, or outdoor exploration, understanding the fundamentals of fire-making will help you on any adventure. Plus, you don’t […]
Month: April 2012
Bike Pants Save the Day!
As much as I enjoyed bike riding last summer, I must confess I was a little apprehensive when recently we took the bikes out of the garage for a ride out west towards Kila. Mostly I was afraid of going up the hills and coming home with a sore bum. David had his new bike […]
The Beginning of a Fine Day
Springtime in Montana is like a fickle girl forever changing her mind. She has difficulty deciding whether she wants winter to stick around or to go away leaving her with warmer sunshiny days. As usual, we have experienced all sides of spring weather, everything from a dusting of snow to “boy, it’s hot” heat. […]
What is Pond Skimming?
What is Pond Skimming? Pond skimming is an annual springtime event at ski resorts that dates back for decades. For the uninitiated – such as myself a few days ago- pond skimming involves skiing down a snowy slope into a pond while attempting to cross to the other side without falling into the icy […]
My 365 Project
To say that I would do anything for a photograph would be a gross overstatement. But I would push the envelope so to speak. It’s been several times now that I’ve been asked, “What are you doing?” as I stand with camera ready to capture scenes of barns, farms, homesteads, and animals. And […]
Cemetery Finds
Every day, every mundane moment of your life holds a treasure waiting to be uncovered. Most people however, never uncover that treasure. They’re afraid of change and of excitement. They linger on the very edges of consciousness because it’s what seems comfortable to them. Life seems boring to those who stick to the easier, more […]