Title: Mountain Lions

Show Description: To some people mountain lions represent a beautiful symbol of the wilderness, while to others they are a nuisance and represent controversy. This tale presents a small piece of the mystery and controversy surrounding mountain lions.

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By Josh Kleyman,
Graduate Faculty

As spring continues to encroach on the valley, a group of 6 graduate students are fully immersed in the natural history of the area. Advanced Elements of Field Ecology began with three early mornings as Dr. Dale Gentry and Mike Windsor took the graduate students birding.

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By Elizabeth Terp,
Volunteer

Carolyn Neblett, Montessori teacher, is here with 19 students. Because her class spans 3 grade levels, this is the third year some of her students have come for a residential week. Montessori students take a weeklong trip during the school year to broaden their understanding of the land and community of life we all share. Read the rest of this entry »

By Elizabeth Terp,
Volunteer

Four seniors were here with Elderhostel in hopes of adding to their life lists of birds and the opportunity to see other wildlife. Rosy Finch and Mountain Chickadees satisfied the list for one woman, shown here on an early morning bird walk. On leaving, one man said that he and his wife loved being here in this rustic setting. He held up the bison sticker that said “Been there…Done that… and I’m going back for more!” and he said, “That’s us, we’ll be back, It’s been a great week!”

By Elizabeth Terp,
Volunteer

Thirteen Fourth Graders from Pinedale Elementary School were here for two days of residential experience. Mary Anne Almquist, their teacher, has been bringing students here for five years. Asked what keeps her coming back each year, Almquist said right out Read the rest of this entry »