Posts by Kaylene
Not a Toy: Death of Family Dog Demonstrates Dangers of Pellet Guns
He was the pick of the litter. A strong, beautiful pup, Denali had all the features of a fine, pedigreed Labrador retriever. Better even than his physical qualities, was his personality – intelligent, loyal, and affectionate. He was a surprise … Read the rest
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February Marks Shift in Winter
I was riding through the nearby woods recently when the setting sun spilled rose-colored light across the snow. It was beautiful but it was also 8 below zero. My hands were curled around warmers inside my mittens, I had toe-warmers … Read the rest
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Baldy Mountain
This morning we woke to three additional inches of snow and an updated story in the news about Lonnie Dupre who is attempting the first solo summit of Mt. McKinley in January. Only 16 men have stood atop the tallest … Read the rest
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Icecream and Ice: Making Way for New Holiday Traditions
Holiday traditions are part of what makes this time of year special. The scent of favorite warm-baked cookies fill our kitchens. There is the quest for the perfect Christmas tree, holiday lights to hang, Advent calendars, and children’s Christmas programs … Read the rest
Read MoreFinding the Carle Wagon Road
“I followed a crazy man on a horse ride up Hatcher Pass.”
That’s how Susan Dent described our recent ride up the Carle Wagon Road. The purported crazy man was Dick Stoffel, a long-time horseman and backcountry traveler, whose hearty … Read the rest
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