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Tag Archives: canyon
Dinosaurs on the Green
It was a cool day with light rain showers as friends from Salt Lake City joined us for a cold-desert romp outside of Vernal, Utah. Emma and Brendan joined Brent, Catherine, Leighanne, and yours truly for a visit to the … Continue reading
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Tagged birds, canyon, desert, Dinosaur, exploration, Flaming Gorge, fly-fishing, Green River, Harper's Corner, hiking, national monument, nature, photos, Sounds of Silence, travel, Utah, Yampa River
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A Pine Creek Ramble
“It is the life of the crystal, the architect of the flake, the fire of the frost, the soul of the sunbeam. This crisp winter air is full of it.” –John Burroughs The winter air in the Pine Creek Natural … Continue reading
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Tagged canyon, canyon fishing, ecology, Ice Age, Iroquois, John Burroughs, longest creek, natural area, nature, Pine Creek Gorge, Rail Trail, railroad, river otter, trail bikes, tributaries
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The Upper Canyon (Experience 17)
The mid-November sun was golden, low, and mellow with the news that winter hastened its approach. If I was to walk the upper canyon comfortably this fall, if I wanted to extend the distance that I’ve fished the stream this year, … Continue reading
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Tagged autumn, caddis, canyon, energy, fly-fishing, fracking, freedom, nature, song, Spirit, The Cedar Run Experience Part 17, Time, wild trout, winter
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Two Steps Forward (No Step Back)
Step 1: The rain did not deter our weekend plan to visit Rock Run, near Ralston, PA. The run was flowing almost as clear as it was a month ago on my initial visit. Several outdoor writers have declared that … Continue reading