Wolf Creek basin

Today (Monday), a group of 11 checked out part of the upper watershed of Wolf Creek, just over the "border" on the San Juan National Forest. What a joy! What beauty! How could I have passed it so often without getting off the highway?

We enjoyed the return of Joyce Weis and Kathy Smith, as well as Claudia Weiler's cheerful presence. We saw acres and acres of many kinds of flowers, interspersed with spruce forest. The creek runs clear and steep. The falls and cliffs impressed all. The botanical study revealed need for further study.

Remember--Dick Dove needs to know by Monday night or early Tuesday as to your plans for attending the Wednesday lunch at 12:30 at his Cow Camp.

Next week, join us at 8:50 a.m. for another short hike (this one was on a rustic road). We hope to discover more great scenery and learn more science of this Creation. We meet at the South Fork Visitor Center. Boots, eats, and water are advised.

--Doug Knudson 719-873-5239

Wolf Creek

Falls 1 of Wolf Cr.

Falls 2 of Wolf Creek

Castilleja at 10,000’+

lunch on a log among flower. Does it get any finer?

Cow-parsnip

Pat, Marty, Dick, Marilyn, Kathy, Christy, Claudia, Joyce, Linda, Penny

Yellow galore Wolf Cr. heights