Category Archives: Scenery

Columbus

Posted on October 27, 2020 by Roger

We spent two damp, overcast days in central Ohio. I went walking in four different parks around Columbus. The fall colors were a bit past peak, but still beautiful. Here are some highlights. The first five photos are from Highbanks … Continue reading →

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Fall Leaves

Posted on October 4, 2020 by Roger

We headed up into the mountains to see the fall colors. We decided on a prettier place, rather than just going where we were likely to see a lot of trees—and where everyone else goes. We headed to Elevenmile Canyon. … Continue reading →

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Manitou Lake

Posted on September 12, 2020 by Roger

I spent a couple of afternoon hours looking for a rare Common Black Hawk. After I saw it, I walked the trail around the lake. There were several fall sparrows feeding together along the shore. They gave me some i.d. … Continue reading →

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Rainbow Gulch

Posted on July 10, 2020 by Roger

Based on lists by other birders, this is the go-to place for high-mountain species in El Paso County. I went early on a Friday that was forecasted to get up to 90°. The Rainbow Gulch Trail is about a mile-and-a-half-long … Continue reading →

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Catamount Reservoir

Posted on June 27, 2020 by Roger

I hiked to Catamount Reservoir from Green Mountain Falls—a hike I’ve made twice before with coworkers and friends. It was a beautiful day, although a bit warm and the trails were crowded. A touch of altitude sickness prevented me from … Continue reading →

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