Explore the journey — one trail, museum, meal, and memory at a time.
Meeteetse and Thermopolis
A quiet stop in Meeteetse, Wyoming, turned into an unexpected afternoon with renowned Western sculptor Vic Payne. We talked about bronze casting, his family's artistic history, and the impact of AI on art. Later, I drove to Thermopolis, where I spent three relaxing hours soaking in natural hot springs before watching the last sunlight illuminate Roundtop Mountain.
Fall Creek Falls to Grand Teton NP
My journey from Idaho Falls to Grand Teton National Park included a detour to Fall Creek Falls near Swan Valley, where the Snake River winds through a beautiful valley lined with golden aspens. After exploring the falls and photographing the autumn scenery, I continued into Wyoming and settled into Gros Ventre Campground for five nights of hiking, cycling and photography.
Bruneau Canyon & Twin Falls
A day exploring southern Idaho took me from the remote Bruneau Canyon Overlook through quiet farming communities to Malad Gorge and the crystal-clear waters of Box Canyon. Along the way, I photographed an osprey nest, playful cattle and a horse, and farmers harvesting hay. The evening ended with an Oktoberfest celebration in downtown Twin Falls.