We just had a local company open up our Swan Range views to the North Jim and I have been working hard on our Mountain Modern house design via SketchUp. While we're making real progress on the computer, I wanted to show you some actual progress we've made at the build site. As you can… Continue reading One Step Closer to the Dream
Design and Travel Posts
Immersed in Baja
Mama and her calf surfaced close enough for us to feel their presence on our skin and spirit. This unforgettable Baja experience was made possible by local hosts at Backroads. Visit the http://www.Backroads.com site for details such as, price, world-wide locations and accommodations for your trip. The curious nature of grey whales allow for close… Continue reading Immersed in Baja
Journey to a Dream
Our dream involves spending time in wild places among wild things. Visit Logan Pass Visitor Center to find out if you're up to the Highline Trail. We're grateful for those who had the foresight to preserve our wilderness areas. The folks at the National Forest and Park Service Departments also deserve our thanks. They provide… Continue reading Journey to a Dream
Playing in Snow
Our Montana winter experience was magical, beautiful and active, just the way we like it. We found lots of winter activities, including Downhill/Nordic Skiing, Snowshoeing, Fatbike Winter Rentals/Trails, and Sledding near Whitefish, MT. We stayed in a downtown Whitefish condo that was within walking distance to great restaurants, shops and grocery stores. Send me a… Continue reading Playing in Snow
San Grato Parc – Lugano Switzerland
San Grato botanical gardens are a mecca for park visitors and plant lovers – particularly in April and May, when the azaleas and rhododendrons form a fragrant carpet. The San Grato gardens are situated above Lake Lugano on the hills of Carona, between Monte San Salvatore and Monte Arbostora. From Lugano, take a bus to… Continue reading San Grato Parc – Lugano Switzerland
A Garden Should Welcome a Soul
Adondia palms flank a fountain with Brazilian Red Cloak in the center, Crotons, Benjamin Ficus and Foxtail ferns in front. When we're not exploring the mountains, we enjoy spending time in our garden. As you can see, it's a very different environment than our property in Montana. We've chosen to fill our tropical garden with… Continue reading A Garden Should Welcome a Soul
Glacier – 10 Reasons to Visit
Updated for 2026, including new rules for Going-to-the-Sun Road, Park Shuttle, Logan Pass and Glacier Park International Airport changes. Northwest Montana is a magical place that is home to Glacier National Park, which welcomed 3.1 million people in 2025. Total visitors were down about 200,000 people, but that is still a lot of people. If… Continue reading Glacier – 10 Reasons to Visit
Siyeh Pass to Sunrift Gorge -Glacier National Park
Siyeh Pass Trail A stunning Preston Park, brimming with bright-yellow Glacier Lilies offers a hint of what's to come on this trail. We crossed a beautiful stream and enjoyed epic mountain views throughout this journey. The reward is worth the rocky ascent up and over Siyeh Pass. To begin your journey, park at the Siyeh… Continue reading Siyeh Pass to Sunrift Gorge -Glacier National Park
Dawson Pass – Glacier NP
View from Dawson Pass Dawson Pass Trail This trail starts at the Two Medicine Lake campground and follows the shoreline, until you start a long, hard uphill climb for a rewarding 13 mile roundtrip adventure. We parked by the trailhead at the back of the campground and took the trail from that point. The trail… Continue reading Dawson Pass – Glacier NP
Jewel Basin – Mt. Aeneas
Trail views on your way to the summit We had gorgeous weather during our trip to NE Montana this July! It was a bit dryer than normal and Big Sky was BLUE! You'll want to get to Trail 717 by 7am to ensure a parking spot. You'll gain 1,279 feet in 3.1 miles on this… Continue reading Jewel Basin – Mt. Aeneas
