Caprocks: Theodore Roosevelt National Park, South Unit, September 2003 Some examples of the caprock formations that can be seen throughout Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The rock on top is harder and more resistant to erosion than the rock below it.
Grand Geyser Group: Yellowstone National Park, September 2003 We were fortunate enough to see an eruption of Grand Geyser, the tallest predictable geyser in Yellowstone. Its eruptions can reach a height of 200 feet, and it erupts in a series of multiple bursts, anywhere from 1 to 4 at a time. There are two other smaller geysers (Vent and Turban) tied to Grand erupting in this photo as well.
Backlit Mount Moran: Grand Teton National Park, September 2003 Storm clouds rolled in late on our first afternoon in Grand Teton, providing a dramatic backdrop at Oxbow Bend.
Look Who’s Walking Now Emily started walking right around her birthday. She’s gotten pretty confident in her abilities in a short time. (via Robby Edwards)
No More Toothless Grins (via Robby Edwards)
Bison Along the Yellowstone River Yellowstone National Park, September 2003
Our first view of bison in the wild came as we were driving up Hayden Valley. (via Robby Edwards)
Maltese Cross Cabin Theodore Roosevelt National Park, South Unit, September 2003
The Maltese Cross Cabin was Theodore Roosevelt’s first home in Dakota Territory. With its wooden floors and three separate rooms (kitchen, living room and Roosevelt’s bedroom), the cabin was considered somewhat of a “mansion” in its day. (via Robby Edwards)
Beautiful Jenny Lake Grand Teton National Park, September 2003
On our first day in Grand Teton National Park, Rachelle and I hiked the Jenny Lake Loop Trail, which is a 6.6 mile trail circling Jenny Lake with some fantastic views of the Tetons and Jenny Lake. (via Robby Edwards)
Prairie Dog Devils Tower National Monument, September 2003
As we were leaving Devils Tower, we stopped for a bit to watch the prairie dogs since this was the first time either of us had seen them. (via Robby Edwards)
Bighorn Sheep Custer State Park, September 2003
One of a pair of Bighorn Sheep we saw during our drive through Custer State Park. (via Robby Edwards)