These Rocky Mountain facts are sure to leave you in awe. These amazing mountains are famous throughout the world and here are some cool facts about them. Continue reading
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Continental Divide – Facts, Map, and More
Along the great continental divide.
The continental divide passes right through the Rocky Mountains. Here are some important facts about the continental divide in the US. Continue reading
Tree Line – What Elevation Is It In The Rockies?
Majestic Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming.
Tree line is an elevation in mountains above which trees simply do not grow. Here is a more detailed explanation of what it is in the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading
Rocky Mountains – The Four Sections of The Rockies
There are four main section of mountains in the Rockies.
The Rocky Mountains run nearly 3,000 miles in western North America. The Rockies can be broken down into four main sections – Canadian, northern, central, and southern. Continue reading
7 Can’t Miss Facts About White Tailed Ptarmigan
A white tailed ptarmigan with it’s summer plumage. Photo via Flickr.
The white tailed ptarmigan is the only bird that lives in the alpine zone of the Rocky Mountains. Here are 7 things I bet you didn’t know about this bird. Continue reading
Best Hiking With Kids Blogs In Rocky Mountains
Here are the best hiking with kids blogs that I have come across and I wanted to pass on to my readers. These have gear reviews, trails to explore and more. Continue reading
Vertebrates Or Invertebrates – Two Main Kinds Of Animals
Is a deer a vertebrate or invertebrate?
All animals in the world are either vertebrates or invertebrates. Here is an easy explanation of what those terms mean and examples of each kind. Continue reading
6 Facts About Pill Bugs or Roly Polies
Pill bugs live throughout the Rocky Mountains and are a great educational tool since they are safe to touch. Here are 6 fun facts about these animals. Continue reading
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I have just written an eBook – Jake’s Nature Guide: Birding For Beginners. This free eBook is yours today if you just take a minute and sign up to receive the latest updates from my blog. Continue reading
5 Main Classes Of Bugs In The Rocky Mountains
A dragonfly is the fastest insect.
There are many different classes of bugs in the Rocky Mountains. All of those tiny bugs may look similar, but scientists organize them into different groups or classes. Continue reading