US holiday, September 2012
I had an absolutely amazing week away with my friends from England, Linda and Tony. We left Calgary early on 11 September 2012 and returned late on 17 September 2012. Believe it or not, this was only my second holiday in about 30 years! Some of you may remember that when my Brother in England died almost two years ago, several of my long-time friends who lived in the same city stepped forward a…
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12 Sep 2012
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Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park
I visited Mammoth Hot Springs and the rest of Yellowstone National Park 30+ years ago, when my kids were very young. Loved Mammoth Hot Springs, so was thrilled to get the chance to see this fascinating area again. The photo above shows part of the Main Terrace, taken on 12 September 2012.
"Mammoth Hot Springs is a large complex of hot springs on a hill of travertine in Yellowstone National Park ... It was created over thousands of years as hot water from the spring cooled and deposited calcium carbonate (over two tons flow into Mammoth each day in a solution). Although these springs lie outside the caldera boundary, their energy has been attributed to the same magmatic system that fuels other Yellowstone geothermal areas... A caldera is a cauldron-like volcanic feature usually formed by the collapse of land following a volcanic eruption. They are sometimes confused with volcanic craters."
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mammoth_Hot_Springs
For a diagram of the Hot Springs layout:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:MammothHotSprings.JPG
Map of Yellowstone National Park:
hfc.nps.gov/carto/PDF/YELLmap2.pdf
15 Sep 2012
Abyss Pool, West Thumb Geyser Basin, Yellowstone
This was an absolutely amazing week away with my friends, Linda and Tony, from England. I had known Linda since she was a baby and I was four or five years old, and our parents were best friends. Believe it or not, this was only my second holiday in about 30 years! Some of you may just remember that when my Brother in England died, several of my long-time friends who lived in the same city all stepped forward and helped me deal with everything long distance, from my Brother's funeral to finding everything possible in the house a good home (sold or donated). All my parents' belongings were there, too, so it was a mammoth task to go through everything and put aside every single personal item or document, which were then shipped to me here. When Linda and Tony were planning their trip to Canada, they persuaded me to join them for this wonderful week in Yellowstone National Park. I didn't know we were also going to Grand Teton National Park and then coming home via Glacier/Waterton National Parks, too! A wonderful treat!
It's not easy to remember what all the different hot springs and geysers are in Yellowstone National Park, so hopefully I am identifying them correctly. I believe this hot spring is Abyss Pool, which is near the Black Pool, at the West Thumb Geyser Basin. Amazing how similar some of them look - especially once you are back home after your trip and a year and a half has gone by! In the distance is Yellowstone Lake.
"Temperature 172°F. Dimensions 30x57 feet. Depth 53 feet. Abyss Pool is a colorful and interesting pool in the West Thumb Geyser Basin. Abyss is the deepest pool known in Yellowstone and received its name for its abyss-like depth. The dark green-colored water gives the illusion of a bottomless pool. Vandalism may have changed this pool's temperature. Coins and other debris thrown in have caused the vent to plug. The reduced spring flow also reduced the pool temperature, allowing abundant algae growth along the edge and run-off channels. The extensive microbial mats now support ephydrid flies, spiders and killdeers. An unusual eruption in 1987 caused the pool to surge and temporarily destroyed the microbial mats."
www.yellowstonenationalpark.com/westthumb.htm
12 Sep 2012
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One of nature's wonders
Such amazing formations can be seen at Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park. I thought it would be so easy to remember, or at least place on a map, each of the different formations we saw and photographed. However, I'm finding it more difficult than I thought, especially as many of the formations change over the years and so other photos on the Internet often look different. I think this was Minerva Terrace, but would really appreciate it if anyone out there can either confirm or correct my ID - thanks!
I visited Mammoth Hot Springs and the rest of Yellowstone National Park 30+ years ago, when my kids were very young. Loved Mammoth Hot Springs, so was thrilled to get the chance to see this fascinating area again. This time, it was while I was on a wonderful week's holiday with special friends from England, in September 2012. We visited Mammoth Hot Springs on 12 September.
"Mammoth Hot Springs is a large complex of hot springs on a hill of travertine in Yellowstone National Park ... It was created over thousands of years as hot water from the spring cooled and deposited calcium carbonate (over two tons flow into Mammoth each day in a solution). Although these springs lie outside the caldera boundary, their energy has been attributed to the same magmatic system that fuels other Yellowstone geothermal areas... A caldera is a cauldron-like volcanic feature usually formed by the collapse of land following a volcanic eruption. They are sometimes confused with volcanic craters."
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mammoth_Hot_Springs
For a diagram of the Hot Springs layout:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:MammothHotSprings.JPG
Map of Yellowstone National Park:
hfc.nps.gov/carto/PDF/YELLmap2.pdf
12 Sep 2012
Mammoth Hot Springs
Such amazing scenery can be seen at Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park. in the US. I thought it would be so easy to remember, or at least place on a map, each of the different formations we saw and photographed. However, I found it more difficult than I thought, especially as many of the formations change over the years and so other photos on the Internet often look different. I believe this was taken near Canary Spring.
I visited Mammoth Hot Springs and the rest of Yellowstone National Park 30+ years ago, when my kids were very young. Loved Mammoth Hot Springs, so was thrilled to get the chance to see this fascinating area again. This time, it was while I was on a wonderful week's holiday with special friends from England, in September 2012. We visited Mammoth Hot Springs on 12 September.
"Mammoth Hot Springs is a large complex of hot springs on a hill of travertine in Yellowstone National Park ... It was created over thousands of years as hot water from the spring cooled and deposited calcium carbonate (over two tons flow into Mammoth each day in a solution). Although these springs lie outside the caldera boundary, their energy has been attributed to the same magmatic system that fuels other Yellowstone geothermal areas... A caldera is a cauldron-like volcanic feature usually formed by the collapse of land following a volcanic eruption. They are sometimes confused with volcanic craters."
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mammoth_Hot_Springs
For a diagram of the Hot Springs layout:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:MammothHotSprings.JPG
Map of Yellowstone National Park:
hfc.nps.gov/carto/PDF/YELLmap2.pdf
12 Sep 2012
Mammoth Hot Springs
How we (friends from England, Linda and Tony, and myself) enjoyed ourselves at the wonderful Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, US, on 12 September 2012! I had visited Mammoth Hot Springs and the rest of Yellowstone National Park 32 years ago, when my kids were very young. Loved Mammoth Hot Springs, so was thrilled to get the chance to see this fascinating area again. Believe it or not, this was only my second holiday in about 30 years!
"Mammoth Hot Springs is a large complex of hot springs on a hill of travertine in Yellowstone National Park ... It was created over thousands of years as hot water from the spring cooled and deposited calcium carbonate (over two tons flow into Mammoth each day in a solution). Although these springs lie outside the caldera boundary, their energy has been attributed to the same magmatic system that fuels other Yellowstone geothermal areas... A caldera is a cauldron-like volcanic feature usually formed by the collapse of land following a volcanic eruption. They are sometimes confused with volcanic craters."
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mammoth_Hot_Springs
For a diagram of the Hot Springs layout:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:MammothHotSprings.JPG
Map of Yellowstone National Park:
hfc.nps.gov/carto/PDF/YELLmap2.pdf
11 Sep 2012
Sunset over Great Falls, US
Digging into my archives for two of my photos posted this morning.. This was the start of a stunning sunset, seen over Great Falls, Montana, US, when two great friends (from England) and I stopped in Great Falls for the night, on our way down to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Taken on 11 September 2012. Believe it or not, this was only my second holiday of any kind in about 30 years!
12 Sep 2012
Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone N P
How we (friends from England, Linda and Tony, and myself) enjoyed ourselves at the wonderful Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, US, on 12 September 2012! I had visited Mammoth Hot Springs and the rest of Yellowstone National Park 32 years ago, when my kids were very young. Loved Mammoth Hot Springs, so was thrilled to get the chance to see this fascinating area again. Believe it or not, this was only my second holiday in about 30 years!
Our week was spent in Yellowstone National Park, the Grand Tetons, and Glacier/Waterton Lakes National Park. Breathtaking scenery everywhere.
"Mammoth Hot Springs is a large complex of hot springs on a hill of travertine in Yellowstone National Park ... It was created over thousands of years as hot water from the spring cooled and deposited calcium carbonate (over two tons flow into Mammoth each day in a solution). Although these springs lie outside the caldera boundary, their energy has been attributed to the same magmatic system that fuels other Yellowstone geothermal areas... A caldera is a cauldron-like volcanic feature usually formed by the collapse of land following a volcanic eruption. They are sometimes confused with volcanic craters."
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mammoth_Hot_Springs
For a diagram of the Hot Springs layout:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:MammothHotSprings.JPG
Map of Yellowstone National Park:
hfc.nps.gov/carto/PDF/YELLmap2.pdf
14 Sep 2012
Raven, Yellowstone National Park
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
All three photos posted this morning were taken in the United States in September 2012. Thought I would dig into my archives and find three photos to remind me of what a great country the US is and what treasures it holds. Not that I ever forget that. Wanted to wish all Americans everywhere, at home or living in other countries around the world, a wonderful Thanksgiving. Special thoughts to those who are serving their country, and their families, especially those who will not be able to spend this special day together.
Common Ravens look black, but when seen up close, which doesn't usually happen, you can see the variety of colours in those beautiful feathers. This was a slightly scruffy Raven that was hanging around one of the parking lots along the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River (North Rim?), no doubt hoping to find some easy food. Taken on 14 September 2012, during my week's holiday with dear friends from England, down as far as Yellowstone National Park and the Grand Tetons.
"Common Ravens will eat almost anything they can get hold of. They eat carrion; small animals from the size of mice and baby tortoises up to adult Rock Pigeons and nestling Great Blue Herons; eggs; grasshoppers, beetles, scorpions, and other arthropods; fish; wolf and sled-dog dung; grains, buds, and berries; pet food; and many types of human food including unattended picnic items and garbage."
www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/common_raven/lifehistory
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_Raven
11 Sep 2012
Sunset over Great Falls, US
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
All three photos posted this morning were taken in the United States in September 2012. Thought I would dig into my archives and find three photos to remind me of what a great country the US is and what treasures it holds. Not that I ever forget that. Wanted to wish all Americans everywhere, at home or living in other countries around the world, a wonderful Thanksgiving. Special thoughts to those who are serving their country, and their families, especially those who will not be able to spend the day together.
This stunning sunset was seen over Great Falls, Montana, US, when dear friends from England, Linda and Tony, and I, stopped in Great Falls for the night, on our way down to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Taken on 11 September 2012. Believe it or not, this was only my second holiday of any kind in about 30 years! It had been 32 years since I had been to Yellowstone, so I was absolutely thrilled to get this wonderful chance to visit the park again.
A fun memory from a previous Thanksgiving, from 2011, added in a comment box below.
www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/search/
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