Thursday, May 14, 2009

Big Horn Reservoir at sunset



In July we will be returning to a family camp spot in northern Wyoming.  It's a tradition that started back with my mother and father-in-law and their kids.  Although they are gone now, the kids and grandkids are maintaining the tradition.  We haul up campers and four wheelers and spend two weeks in some of the most beautiful country in the world.  My husband would always look at other mountain ranges and say, "Those are nice, but they aren't the Big Horns."  My response was usually something like, "OK, yeah, right."  Then I saw the Big Horns and spent time hiking, fishing and exploring them and I must admit, this is a special place.

There are big granite peaks, fields of wildflowers, beautiful running creeks with lots of fish and moose.  I'll be posting  pictures after our trip in July, but after I found this shot from a trip two years ago, well, I just had to share it with the SkyWatchFriday bunch.

22 comments:

Kevin said...

Lovely photo. Looking forward to more images after your next trip.

aspiritofsimplicity said...

That is really neat. I can almost sense the movement of the water and the clouds.

CoyoteFe said...

Glorious sky! I look forward to your photos! I have gained a healthy respect for tradition over the past few years.

Guy D said...

Crystal clear reflection, this photo is definately one of my favourites thus far this week. Outstanding!

Have a great weekend.
Guy
Regina In Pictures

erin said...

a great capture...love the reflection...have a wonderful weekend.

Betsy Banks Adams said...

What a fabulous photo, Loran. I can see why you all enjoy going there. Unbelievable!!!!

Hugs,
Betsy

Yogi♪♪♪ said...

Wonderful picture. Take lots more on your upcoming trip.

Barb said...

Not only beautiful mountains but beautiful lakes and skies, too! You'll have a wonderful spot for your vacation.

Jessica said...

Wow, this is gorgeous! I want to go there now!

JuneMoonToon said...

Awesome photo!

B SQUARED said...

What a great tradition. It is a special place.

Gennasus said...

It looks wonderful, wish I could go too!
Fab photo, love the reflections.

david mcmahon said...

That's my kinda place!

Elisabeth's bright side said...

Spectacular and beautiful view. Yes it must be a good place to be!

Secret Mom Thoughts said...

Beautiful reflections. Great shot.

Mar-Bear said...

Awesome! thanks for sharing.

Poopers AKA 2Ply said...

Wow, this is such a beautiful picture. This looks like an ideal place for a vacation.

Lisa Wilson said...

What a perfect reflection! That sounds like my kind of trip. :)

Carolyn said...

Such an amazing spot and what a beautiful reflection and capture. Thank you for sharing and I look forward to seeing your summer holiday trip there.
Smiles

EcoRover said...

We passed through and camped in the Big Horns a few times on our treks back and forth across the States. It is a beautiful range.

Arija said...

Wow, after this, I'm already looking forward to your trip.

Janie said...

That's a spectacular shot. Everything is just right. Someday, maybe we'll get up to the Bighorns.