tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post1891341670954875491..comments2023-12-28T17:18:03.050-05:00Comments on In the Direction of Our Dreams: Painted Canyon in TRNPSherryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00328866430156879312noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-89458043745983234002014-07-31T09:55:37.634-04:002014-07-31T09:55:37.634-04:00Love the bergamot- so pretty! Coneflowers are one ...Love the bergamot- so pretty! Coneflowers are one of my favorites- I have some planted in my little rock garden. The only thing is that they start out bright pink and then seem to fade.The bunting is very pretty. And the scenery- absolutely breath taking! I want to go t o North Dakota! xxxoooRazzlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02045062757481697590noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-48555466375822433542014-07-27T21:26:14.881-04:002014-07-27T21:26:14.881-04:00I forget what I read about TR but it described his...I forget what I read about TR but it described his natural history collection from childhood that he donated to the Smithsonian http://www.mnh.si.edu/onehundredyears/profiles/TR_profile.html He was an avid naturalist from a young age, and in those times hunting was different than now. We owe him so much, he's my favorite president!Pam https://www.blogger.com/profile/05979446142128610261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-42966900003492866762014-07-27T13:14:17.148-04:002014-07-27T13:14:17.148-04:00Really too bad about the poor Ranger talks. Many ...Really too bad about the poor Ranger talks. Many parks are utilizing volunteers who unfortunately don't know much. But the landscape is absolutely gorgeous there. How come I never went to TR. Lots of mixed feelings about ole Theo.Gaelynhttp://geogypsytraveler.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-72787662305069808182014-07-25T23:57:30.004-04:002014-07-25T23:57:30.004-04:00What a beautiful hike and gorgeous landscape! Your...What a beautiful hike and gorgeous landscape! Your photos are wonderful. I've had exactly the same thought about snakes when I'm hiking through tall grass -- and Eric has told me exactly the same thing that David told you. I'm not so sure they're right, either! Laurel (www.ravenandchickadee.com)https://www.blogger.com/profile/09133248112440273123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-6796448813029756552014-07-25T14:18:11.541-04:002014-07-25T14:18:11.541-04:00 Another great adventure that your are sharing! Al... Another great adventure that your are sharing! All your captures are really showing what a wonderful place the park is. And yes we will thank TR once we get there. Glad to see that you are wearing long sleeves and long pants! I guess after my Chigger attack Im leary watching people hiking in shorts now :(Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-4373681664676552782014-07-25T13:53:53.152-04:002014-07-25T13:53:53.152-04:00I'm so loving this place! It might be the sag...I'm so loving this place! It might be the sage - I'm a big fan :-). Is that maybe a brown moth? I know nothing about the differences, it just seems "moth-ish" (and lovely). The elephant toes are interesting formations - both up close and as part of the landscape. <br />I'm learning that hunters and fishermen are some of the strongest advocates for protecting our wildlife and their eco-systems. They are often some of the most passionate protectors against development and abuse, and in many areas are responsible for the increased populations of several species. I'm not a fan of hunting, but I'm no longer adverse to the practice. That Teddy made use of the power of his office to save so much of this beautiful land for generations to enjoy makes him a hero for sure :-))).Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-68757484065553134662014-07-25T11:02:34.695-04:002014-07-25T11:02:34.695-04:00I am reading "Bully Pulpit" by Doris Goo...I am reading "Bully Pulpit" by Doris Goodwin. It is very good. Great pics of the Towhee and Waxwing.Catherine, Jo Beth and Gracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06889362286725037937noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-18998798898796019522014-07-25T10:56:17.195-04:002014-07-25T10:56:17.195-04:00Thank you so much for being in North Dakota. It...Thank you so much for being in North Dakota. It's not one state I was all that interested in, but it's on the list now! Beautiful formations, and a nice hike!owensontheroadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12076915620668491771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-88219310202093870862014-07-25T10:16:12.390-04:002014-07-25T10:16:12.390-04:00You made some amazing discoveries on your hike des...You made some amazing discoveries on your hike despite the poor talk by that volunteer. I guess you do get what you pay for.<br /><br />Interesting pictures of an amazing area, glad that it has been preserved in all its original glory for generations to enjoy. :c)Paul and Marti Dahlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17332654035718777839noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-24574210729261996372014-07-25T09:00:38.675-04:002014-07-25T09:00:38.675-04:00Glad to hear that not all of the ranger talks were...Glad to hear that not all of the ranger talks were lackluster ... really enjoyed the tour of the cabin ... in some ways it reminds me of Rapidan Camp in Shenandoah National ParkErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08333995679958103393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-27764379882807118242014-07-25T07:40:23.073-04:002014-07-25T07:40:23.073-04:00I think I must clarify. Only the two talks given ...I think I must clarify. Only the two talks given by one ranger were disappointing. The one given st the cabin was excellent. Poor talks at National parks are rare in my experience. So I was very surprised by this ranger.Sherryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00328866430156879312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-70554436806639419102014-07-25T07:16:47.028-04:002014-07-25T07:16:47.028-04:00Sorry the Ranger Talks were such a disappointment....Sorry the Ranger Talks were such a disappointment. We are finding that lack of funding is affecting our state parks also;o(( Just glad you still were able to enjoy and share all that beauty with us!!!Bill and Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15623061930930874565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-71375582387826039402014-07-25T07:15:40.966-04:002014-07-25T07:15:40.966-04:00Too bad about the ranger talk and the truck idling...Too bad about the ranger talk and the truck idling. Dislike! Great wildflowers and bird sightings though :) Love the lazuli! Neat history about Roosevelt that you were able to learn despite the guide.Carrienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-18664663560554377002014-07-25T06:55:09.485-04:002014-07-25T06:55:09.485-04:00Such a shame about the ranger talk, but glad you d...Such a shame about the ranger talk, but glad you didn't let it ruin your day. billandjanrvingtheusa.blogspot.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07029050668729852555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-5235763886794183992014-07-25T02:30:22.971-04:002014-07-25T02:30:22.971-04:00We attended the Maltese Cross Cabin talk yesterday...We attended the Maltese Cross Cabin talk yesterday and attempted to hike the trail at the Painted Canyon late today, but the weather was getting nasty looking and we decided to try another day. I agree with your assessment about the parking area out at that visitor's center/rest area. Seems as though they could have designed it better.<br />Very nice pictures and explanations of the rock formations and wildlife. You could be the interpreter at the Visitor's Center out there beside the interstate. LOLSteve and Karen https://www.blogger.com/profile/06756346672179586954noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-80261514229759531552014-07-25T00:07:38.976-04:002014-07-25T00:07:38.976-04:00Great pics and info.
It was smoking hot when we we...Great pics and info.<br />It was smoking hot when we went through there and we just wanted to keep driving.<br /><br />We had clay which was super hard when dry and too slick to walk on when wet. Not good for farming or driving.ZippyPinHeadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01744888611143753611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-15927065794038589722014-07-24T23:55:30.464-04:002014-07-24T23:55:30.464-04:0051 years ago this month, I had started my governme...51 years ago this month, I had started my government career at TRNP. I have ridden horseback in much of the South Unit. I also gave tours through the cabin. Most people think the North Unit is more beautiful but each visitor has their own definition of "beauty." Your write-up does capture the essence of that area beautifully. Since I grew up close to the area, I didn't have the appreciation that I now have when I visit.DeeBevhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01285983988049210263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-14224518250724878442014-07-24T23:04:55.225-04:002014-07-24T23:04:55.225-04:00What beautiful rocks and formations - and blue ski...What beautiful rocks and formations - and blue skies and more open spaces!!! Love all those subtle colors and bright flowers - the 'brown eyed never stops' is beautiful too! Thanks so much for sharing all of this with us/me - I am loving traveling with you :)<br />MaggieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-24384965515000485612014-07-24T22:48:22.856-04:002014-07-24T22:48:22.856-04:00I'm really glad my brother reminded me of the ...I'm really glad my brother reminded me of the NP, and that you are there to give us a wonderful preview.<br /><br />LOVED the photo of you standing up on the NP sign. . .so great!Janice Williford Evanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07322596945199192769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-13864405501664639232014-07-24T21:46:54.230-04:002014-07-24T21:46:54.230-04:00I really enjoyed your post and pictures since I on...I really enjoyed your post and pictures since I only visited Units #1 and #2 last year. Gives me something to go back to see! I'm still chuckling about David's comment on rattlesnakes. My late-ex-husband would have said exactly the same thing, and in such a way that convinced you he knew it to be fact. I know a lot of times he made stuff up, but it was stuff meant to ward off any worries. Good job, David!Gypsyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18052445200220681513noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-65325062603939081282014-07-24T21:46:12.594-04:002014-07-24T21:46:12.594-04:00I read "River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt...I read "River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt's Darkest Journey" by Candice Millard and really enjoyed it. He was a very interesting man all in all. Thanks for the tour can't wait to see more. Even though so far I have no fond memories of North Dakota (you know why!) this park is on my bucket list.Al and Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02991509802471213755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-709228092167093062014-07-24T21:43:37.364-04:002014-07-24T21:43:37.364-04:00We have a lot to thank Teddy Roosevelt for. It'...We have a lot to thank Teddy Roosevelt for. It's obvious all through the west. I wonder whether we'd have National Parks if it weren't for him.Jackhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06371157074687319596noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-76583184184446324712014-07-24T21:39:56.390-04:002014-07-24T21:39:56.390-04:00Another great hike! Love those rocks!Another great hike! Love those rocks!John and Pam (ohtheplacestheygo.wordpress.com)https://www.blogger.com/profile/10853924678665624403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-78209149404010552592014-07-24T21:37:00.218-04:002014-07-24T21:37:00.218-04:00This just all looks so different than anything we&...This just all looks so different than anything we've seen. And we've seen quite a bit of this beautiful country. But there's always more. Gotta get this area into the rotation!Sharonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09408463925646609263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-8592336215852515192014-07-24T21:34:21.053-04:002014-07-24T21:34:21.053-04:00Given enough time, I think I could do that hike (d...Given enough time, I think I could do that hike (despite my miserable back), but I guess I won't hang around for any of the ranger talks.Travels with Emmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00411769980205792011noreply@blogger.com