A mountain goat is an iconic animal of the Rockies.
Rocky mountain ungulates are all over the place in the wild, on farms, and even in towns. Here is a definition of ungulate along with many common Rocky Mountain animals that are ungulates. Continue reading
What would you do if you saw a rattlesnake on the trail near you?
This wildlife safety quiz will reveal how much you actually know about being safe around wildlife in the Rocky Mountains. What should you do if you get attacked or see an animal? Continue reading
Have you ever been afraid of bears when out hiking or camping?
Wildlife fears can keep people from hiking or even going into the great outdoors. Don’t let your wildlife fears keep you from experiencing something, including hiking or camping. Continue reading
Watch for the spring courtship display of the Red Tailed Hawks.
Signs of spring in the Rocky Mountains range from flowers to animals. Here are some of the common animals to look for in the spring. Continue reading
Keep a nice safe distance from wildlife. Photo via Flickr.
Knowing and following safety tips around wildlife are important for all people spending time in the great outdoors. These general safety tips will keep adults, children, visitors, and animals safe. Continue reading
A western rattlesnake.
It is important that parents who spend time in the mountains with their children know what to do if an animal attacks. This knowledge, while hopefully never needed, may keep you and your children safe one day. Continue reading
Identifying birds in the Rocky Mountains can be a fun thing to do when you are out exploring. Although, at first it may seem quite challenging to identify the birds if you do not know what you are doing. Fortunately, by knowing a few tips, identifying birds becomes much easier. Continue reading
Bird watching in the Rocky Mountains can be difficult when you first try to do it or if you simply don’t know what you are doing. Luckily, with a bit of practice and following these tips you can quickly learn to hear and see birds all around you, including some of the common birds of the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading