The month of June was wetter than normal. During the middle of the month, over one inch of rain fell in different parts of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Melting snow keeps the meadows green and the flowers blooming but the occasional shower is the icing on the cake. Moisture at the right time and at the right amount makes nature … [Read more...] about June Nature News: The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem thrives in June with blooming plants and playful young animals
June
Nature News: June
June brought sunny days, dry trails, blooming flowers, young birds and much more. Nature seems to dance in June. Dance in all Her glory. When you are fortunate to visit the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem at this time of year, you witness the thrill of life. The flowers can’t seem to bloom fast enough. Once the snow melts, buttercup, spring beauty and … [Read more...] about Nature News: June
Nature’s glory and chance to be with wolves
June has been an amazing month. The blossoms hang heavy on the plants so meadows are bright with color and diversity. Arrowleaf Balsamroot shines on the hillsides giving everything a hue of bright yellow. With the solstice, days are long and many people are in Jackson Hole enjoying the parks, being outdoors, and experiencing nature's beauty. Earlier this … [Read more...] about Nature’s glory and chance to be with wolves
Spring in Jackson Hole
Spring has made it to our small, secluded valley. Living in the mountains at 6400 feet means long winters. Daffodils and tulips have just started to bloom throughout town. Young spring wildflowers blanket the hillsides in southern parts of the valley. Aspen leaves have just matured and the valley is a vibrant green. Snow still dominates in the north and … [Read more...] about Spring in Jackson Hole
June Nature News- summer arrives, grizzlies seen
Nature News- June. The first three weeks of the month were wet and cold. Then, the solstice! Mother Nature began to shine with seventy degree temperatures and blue bird skies. Nature is flourishing and bursting forth with the change in weather. It is truly impressive how all the species wait for optimal conditions. Within one week, plant blooms dot the … [Read more...] about June Nature News- summer arrives, grizzlies seen