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Black Bear or Grizzly Bear?

June 11, 2016June 10, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer

There are two kinds of bears in the Rocky Mountains – a Black bear and a Grizzly bear.  Here are some useful tips to help you identify bears easier.   Continue reading →

Being Safe with Kids in Bear Country

June 8, 2016June 7, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer

Black bears, Grizzly bears and many other large mammals live in the Rocky Mountains.  Anytime that you are spending time in these amazing mountains it is important that you know how to be safe and to keep your children safe.  Here are some tips on how to be safe in bear country. Continue reading →

Tree Rings Tell About the Past

June 5, 2016June 2, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer

Tree rings are studied by scientists because of the information that scientists can learn from them.  But, do you know what exactly they are and how they can help scientists study the past? Continue reading →

Kids Can Become a Junior Ranger!

May 31, 2016May 31, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer / 1 Comment

A fun thing for kids to do when exploring the Rocky Mountains is to become a Junior Ranger at one of the National Parks in the area. Continue reading →

Mountain Lion Safety with Kids

May 23, 2016June 21, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer / 1 Comment

Mountain Lions, Pumas, or Cougars are all the same animal.  They can be found throughout the Rocky Mountains along with many other common mammals.   It is important that all people, especially parents and children, know how to be safe when they are outdoors in Mountain Lion territory. Continue reading →

Free Coloring Pages for Kids

May 20, 2016May 17, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer

Here are some free coloring pages that you can print.  These are free printable coloring pages!  Jake has explored the Rocky Mountains a lot, now this is your chance to color in some different landscapes in the Rocky Mountains with Jake! Continue reading →

What are Owl Pellets?

May 17, 2016May 14, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer

Do you know the difference between owl poop and owl pellets? Continue reading →

What Animals Have Babies More Than Once a Year?

May 14, 2016May 15, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer

Surprisingly there are many animals that have babies more than once a year.

Whether or not an animal can have babies more than once a year often comes down to the conditions where that animal lives.  It is possible if the animal has an abundant food source and the environmental conditions are right, which means the weather is not too hot or cold for babies to be survive. Continue reading →

Moose Safety When Hiking With Kids

May 11, 2016May 10, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer

What should you do if you are in the Rocky Mountains with your kids and you see a Moose? Continue reading →

Fun Hikes with Kids near Bozeman, Montana

May 7, 2016September 27, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer

There are lots of fun areas to explore and to go hiking with kids around Bozeman, Montana.

The City of Bozeman is located in a fantastic spot in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.  It is near Yellowstone National Park, wilderness areas, ski resorts, and some great trout fishing rivers. Continue reading →

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