The Playful Romance of River Otters
In the serene landscapes of rivers and waterways, a charming dance of nature unfolds as river otters engage in their delightful mating rituals. For the first time ever Jackie and I were able to witness…
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Yearly visitors – White-faced Ibis
Arizona's vast and diverse landscapes are not just a haven for adventurers and nature enthusiasts; they are also home to a myriad of fascinating bird species. Among these avian treasures is the striking White-faced Ibis…
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Rare encounter – Coatimundis
I recently learned about a population of Coatis at the Boyce Thompson Arboretum – the oldest and largest botanical garden in Arizona. While we have been living in the United States since 2009, I only…
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Coyote encounter at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, Gilbert, AZ
Coyotes (Canis latrans) play a vital role in Arizona's diverse ecosystems, adapting seamlessly to the state's arid and varied landscapes. Commonly found throughout the region, these highly adaptable canids are known for their intelligence and…
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Coyote Buttes South – An alternative to The Wave
We are leaving the hotel just after 6am to be at the turn off from House Rock Road to the narrow, sandy road that leads to Cottonwood Cove just before sunrise.The sand seems to be…
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Wahweap Hoodoos Trail
Upon coming back from The Wave yesterday, we played the daily lottery for Coyote Buttes South for tomorrow and luckily won it. So, today we have to go the office in Page to pick up…
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2nd visit to North Coyote Buttes – The Wave
The main reason for our trip to Page: Marco won the lottery for a permit to The Wave again! It’s his 4th time winning, but only our second visit! Last time (in March) we couldn’t…
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Hiking Wire Pass Trail and Buckskin Gulch
As a training hike for tomorrow we decide to do a "shorter" hike through Wire Pass Trail and Buckskin Gulch. Frank, who joined us for this trip, has never been here and we want to…
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Visiting North America’s Largest Flying Bird
As usual on our way to Page we stop at the Navajo Bridge to see if there are any California Condors hanging out in the area.We are lucky to see more than a dozen birds…
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