It doesn't come easily. But when you let the space between your ribs settle, when you remember to be present, the world opens up.
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Finding Winter
Winter here in the West has not been, by a skier's standards, the finest. But nonetheless, we've found cold and snow, sporadically, with effort, and with great bouts of spring-time warmth in between. In a forest service cabin, on the mountainside, in the depths of Cooke City. It's been a winter of mourning for a …
Elsewhere
Further reading for fall. Two recent projects that I just wrapped up: Over at Conde Nast Traveler: 12 Reasons to Visit National Parks in the Off-Season And at Montana Backcountry, a sneak peek at Elk Camp, in Photos.
Falling
September has been full of exploration. Always one of my favorite times of year, this time I'm actually getting outside more than usual. A quick tour: 1. The daily wanderings, around Bozeman. Getting out despite waning daylight, weather, and such. 2. Working on some stories about Yellowstone National Park. A week on horseback in the …
Trail Running Visions
It's been a good trail running summer so far. After nine months of plantar fasciitis and a glute-busting physical therapy program, I've been pain free for two weeks. Finally. Because I want to spend all the time I can, right here, on these trails:
New Chapter
Trying on a new town: Bozeman. Learning new trails with old friends. Trying out being 100% freelance. This morning, spontaneous bike ride with my friend Heidi. Which meant early dinner and time to work on the novel with a glass of Malbec this evening. I could get used to this schedule.
Spring in the Valley
Spring, season of all seasons, calls for a certain kind of hyperactivity. When it's 65F and sunny, you--quick before it changes--get out on a run in shorts. You pull out the mountain bike but agree to meet the snowbanks with a smile, or at least stamina or the reasoning to turn around. You multi-sport it. …
