Blue Canyon

Blue Canyon is a glaciated volcanic canyon in the Emigrant Wilderness (Stanislaus National Forest) in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California. The hike up the canyon to Blue Canyon Lake requires significant effort (stream crossings, trail finding, steep terrain, loose rocks) but in return it offers terrific plants, rocks and water. Blue Canyon Lake The lake at the top of Blue Canyon is crystal-clear and is surrounded by volcanic rock formations jutting skyward. With snow…
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Birds

For as long as I can remember I’ve enjoyed being in the presence of birds – noticing their colors and plumage. Tracking their behaviors and numbers. And as my Mom would mention – chasing pigeons in the park. I suppose at this point I am an amateur beginner “birder”. A few years ago I started tracking bird observations in a physical journal and I just started my digital Birder Life List here on my site.…
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