En Route To Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole

Wyoming Ranch Country

Ranch country. Miles and miles of fence, open range and mountain ridges. Emmalee had never seen a cattle guard.

Alcova Reservoir, Wyoming

West of Casper we followed the Platte River through beautiful and rugged terrain.

Talking To Mom

Emmalee talks to Mom after dinner.

Wyoming Small Town

Country music blaring from the gas station PA. A coal train clanking through town in the distance. And a main street that runs straight into 100 miles of High Plains.

Wind Cave

Unique formations. Massive tunnel system.

The Wrangler

We braved the motorcycles and made our way through the beautiful black hills to the town of Custer, where we stumbled upon the wonderful "Wrangler" with cheerful staff and great food.

Sturgis Factor

I know the locals are thankful for the steady stream of business the annual Sturgis Rally brings their way, but I would recommend planning around Sturgis for any future trips to the area. The roads and parking lots were filled.

This shot was taken at the Crazy Horse Memorial.

Four Men

Mt Rushmore is surrounded by beautiful country, and was filled with throngs of pilgrims. It was sobering to wonder, what would those four men think if they could see us today?

Bye Bye Badlands

We enjoyed the Badlands immensely but ultimately had to say goodbye. The Indians originally called them "White Hills"; in contrast to the nearby Black Hills, which was our next destination.

Words?

After a while, words fail. As do photos.

More Colors

More colors blended in the Badlands. And one happy girl.

Big Horn Sheep

These juveniles have small horns, bt caught a glimpse of their Ram Tough papa. Wow. Glad I never had to meet him face to face.

Sunrise

Sunrise in the Badlands.

Sunrise

The Artist and His canvas

The final photo from August 6th.

The Sunset

New colors appeared as the light waned.

More Perspective

I think the third photo in this group is another demonstration of perspective, and I think there are three tiny figures shadowed on the far wall.

Emmalee smiles.

The blue sky contrasts on the white stone.