Solo bliss

I was finally reunited with my kayak (thanks mom & dad!), and had to get out paddling this weekend. My wilderness access is pretty limited these days but I did spend a night on Hyalite reservoir. The best peace away from Bozeman heat and traffic I've enjoyed in a while.

Sunset from my campsite

The most peaceful time of day

The sun finally welcomes me



Misty dawn on Hyalite reservoir


Early paddle

Madison River escape

These are not all from the same trip but all are from similar stretches of the Madison River upstream of Three Forks...it's a beautiful place to be

Beautiful view from our lunchspot


First kayak trip in 3 years!



Pelicans enjoying a thermal

Bald eagle soars


Riverside rock cliffs are home to swallows, pigeons


Sandhill crane blends in well


Spanish peaks with a fresh coat of white