Exercise Run

One of our sons wanted a real hike during his visit.  Here he is climbing above the city on the Cherry Canyon Trail.

We cheated and rode our horses for the 4400 feet of altitude gain.

The wildflowers were spectacular.

We rode/hiked all the way to just below the rocky cliffs of Lone Peak.   

On another day, we rode in Box Elder canyon in the Stansbury Mountains and found this little gem.

It's a tiny columbine, called a Shooting Star Columbine, Aquilegia elegantula.  We had never seen one growing in the wild before. Nature is a wonder, always providing something new.

Fun with Family

We've had a busy summer so far, highlighted by a visit with kids and grandkids.

White Pine, Little Cottonwood Canyon

We hiked.

white pine, Little Cottonwood Canyon

Hike to The Notch, off Mirror Lake highway

Lunch at The Notch

Janie and Steve, The Notch

Took lots of photos.

Provo River, Mirror Lake Highway

Went fishing,

Played some basketball.

And bonded around the barn. The grandkids seemed to enjoy doing a few farm chores, riding on Mischief, and feeding treats to Boss and Coco.
Fortunately, our new house is roomy enough for all, with the great outdoors providing plenty of activities.