Author Archives: Rita Lovell

Spring Awakening in the Rocky Mountains

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Rita Lovell

This winter was very mild and spring arrived early this year.  Our horses started shedding in February.  They must have know something we do not.  After a sleepy winter, there are other subtle signs of an awakening spring. One of the … Continue reading →

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Springtime in the Rockies

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Rita Lovell

This winter was very mild and spring arrived early this year.  Our horses started shedding in February.  They must have know something we do not.  After a sleepy winter, there are other subtle signs of an awakening spring. One of the … Continue reading →

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NEW LISTINGS FEBRUARY 2012

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Rita Lovell

  This fabulous home is situated on 20 acres with grand views of the dramatic Beartooth and Absaroka Mountains. The large great room has a wall of windows that capture and frame these mountain views. Ceilings in the great room … Continue reading →

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WATER RIGHTS IN WYOMING

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Rita Lovell

We often get asked about water rights or irrigation.  In the State of Wyoming, all water is owned by the State and has been adjudicated through a priority system dating back to territorial dates to certain lands.  If a property … Continue reading →

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Rocky Mountain Goats in the Beartooths

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Rita Lovell

Rocky Mountain goats inhabit the alpine meadows in high elevations in the Rocky Mountains. They are not a true goat, but are close relatives. They are sure footed often seen climbing along sheer mountain cliffs. I saw these grazing on … Continue reading →

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Yellowstone National Park

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Rita Lovell

It was going to be a hot Sunday, so after breakfast, my husband and I decided to go to Yellowstone. At a higher elevation it would be cooler, so we took our 1950 Chevy hardtop and cruised down the road. … Continue reading →

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WILD FLOWERS

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Rita Lovell

This spring we had an abundance of rain, more than usual. This produced green prairies and mountain sides with lush vibrant wildflowers. Many of these flowers I have never seen before. Last fall, I scattered seeds and was pleasantly surprised … Continue reading →

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Beartooth Highway Opens

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Rita Lovell

The Beartooth Highway is a stretch of highway that goes from Red Lodge to Cooke City, MT across the rugged Beartooth Mountains. Charles Kuralt called it the most scenic highway in North America. It is the highest highway in the … Continue reading →

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Northeast Entrance to Yellowstone Opens

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Rita Lovell

Last week Coulter Pass from Pilot Creek in Wyoming to Cooke City Montana was plowed alowing Silver Gate, the Northeast entrance to Yellowstone Park to open for the season. We took a drive up the Chief Joseph Highway and continue … Continue reading →

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Chief Joseph Scenic Highway

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Rita Lovell

Today, May 1, was the perfect day for a drive along the Chief Joseph Scenic Highway. Named after the Nez Perce chief during the conflict of 1877, this highway and area also has significant historical interest. The Nez Perze during … Continue reading →

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