Lake Dillon, Summit County, CO - Skywatch

We took a walk along frozen Dillon Lake on a sunny day.

The ski runs at Keystone Mountain are visible across the lake.

The water stays frigid all year round.

People boat on the lake but swimming is prohibited.

Several mountain peaks over 13,000' present a stunning backdrop.

Low snow pack and warm temperatures have exposed much of the ground around the lake.

Since 9/11, the perimeter of the dam on Dillon Lake is guarded and restricted.

The lake is the largest reservoir of water for the city of Denver.

If the dam is damaged or destroyed, the town of Dillon would be submerged. 

The orange barrels prevent boaters from coming too close.

When the weather warms and snow melts, the popular recreation path around the lake is busy with bikers and runners.

On this day, we had it all to ourselves as we enjoyed the blue Colorado sky.

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Meet Fox - Backcountry, Breckenridge, CO

Hi! My name is Fox. I live in the forest behind Barb's house.

Part of my hunting territory goes right through her yard. 

This is Barb's garden, still buried under white.

You can follow my tracks if you want.

These rabbit tracks we're crossing might be Lucinda's so be careful - you don't want to tangle with her!

Just enjoy this sunny, blue-sky day here in Breckenridge, Colorado - the first day of spring.

This is the wilderness I call my home - pretty spectacular don't you think?

Well, goodbye for now - I need to do a bit more hunting.

I've enjoyed meeting you - come back again sometime! Barb's always glad for visitors.

Focus on Spring - Denver Botanic Garden - Our World

I spent a week in Denver visiting early spring.

I walked in the soft light of late afternoon, enjoying the sun's warmth.

I breathed in the sweet, spicy scent of the Korean Viburnum blossoms.

The frilly faces of baby Iris glowed.

A turtle balanced to sunbath on a log.

Koi flashed through water in a glimmer of orange.

Cacti prickled and blushed with new growth.

A lone Snowdrop nodded in dappled light beside a sleepy pinecone.

Shy Hellebores hung their heads. 

I found a secluded bench and sat for awhile in appreciation.

 

Nearby, a bee droned in lemony Eranthis.

It was a perfect day. 

Welcome spring!

(Practicing focus in varied lighting, March 14, 2012, Denver Botanic Garden.)

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Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, and Denver - Dreaming of Spring

Temperatures are warming in the central mountains of CO. It feels more and more like spring.

Early in the week, we skied at Beaver Creek. 

Even if you live in a ski town, it's fun to visit other resorts.

Truthfully, we come to Beaver Creek mainly to eat brunch at Spago in the Ritz!

It's a day made for smiling.

Midweek, the full moon invites me into the night.

The Worm Moon wears a gauzy halo.

Morning light glitters on a dusting of new snow early Thursday as I run the trail.

Old Man's Beard has a neon glow.

In Denver, geese examine the tatters of snow that still survive.
 People stroll and bike in shirtsleeves.
We're all daydreaming about spring.

Snowy Treasures

Last week, snow fell for several days.

First, I followed Coyote's tracks through the drifts.

But, Rabbit led me in a  different direction.

The dense forest closed around me.

Tree families begged me to take their photo.

While I played in the snow, my eyes searched the landscape.
I looked for hidden treasure.