Sunset rays over Colorado mountains

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Sipping my coffee, watching the snow come down while a small herd of whitetail deer pass through our property.
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From the woods to the table: prugnoli mushrooms

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There’s a squirrel outside screaming at them from a tree. 😂
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Can’t wait to get the deck and outdoor kitchen set up. I love this time of year.
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Asheville Area Awakens: Bears Emerge, BearWise Offers Spring Safety Tips | WNC Times Asheville bears are waking up! Get BearWise spring safety tips to avoid conflicts in Asheville & Buncombe County. Stay safe this season!

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We’re at the high school for a teen Easter egg hunt. The deer have taken over one end of the field. #MountainLiving #Idaho

Some creatures have more fun than others. May you be that one. Happy hump day! #photography #horses #horsingaround #sillyness #humpday #animals #farmlife #happiness #findyourbliss #aprilfool #lifeisgood #mountainliving #equine #dayinthelife #fun #happytobealive #makesmesmile #smile #laugh #goodtimes

The "Missing Middle": Why WNC Needs More Than Just Luxury Retirement wnctimes.com/blog/the-mis... #WNC #SeniorLiving #HealthyAging #MountainLiving #AgingInPlace #Community #Seniors#WNCnews#SeniorHousing #ActiveSeniors #HaywoodCounty #Asheville #WaynesvilleNC #MissingMiddle #AffordableHousing

WNC High-Elevation Spring Resilience: How to Protect Your Mountain Garden This April | WNC Times WNC -- The average last frost date for Asheville and Waynesville is around April 20, but high-elevation gardens in Western North Carolina (WNC) remain...

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Lake Lure is on the Rise! | WNC Times Town of Lake Lure -- Great News For the Town of Lake Lure! The Town Government shared the information on Social Media Friday!Dated March 29, 2026: Lak...

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It’s a limbing day.
#MountainLiving #Idaho

Deaverview Mountain Park: Buncombe Finalizes Land Purchase | WNC Times Buncombe County buys land on Deaverview Mountain to create a new park near Asheville! Hiking, views, and more outdoor recreation coming soon.

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Mountain goats on the Colorado alpine tundra in the evening

A little slice of alpine idyllic for your Thursday

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The River Arts District Rises: A Dual Comeback Asheville | WNC Times Asheville -- March 18, 2026: ...

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Asheville Named a Top Southern City for Arts, Food, and Outdoor Scene | WNC Times Asheville ranks as a top Southern city for arts, food, and outdoors by Southern Living! Explore why Asheville is a must-visit destination.

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Beautiful morning in McCall. #Idaho #PayetteLake #MountainLiving

A Beginner’s Guide to WNC Wildflowering | WNC Times Western North Carolina is often called the "Cradle of Forestry," but it could just as easily be named the "Cradle of Wildflowers." Our region is home ...

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Hanging out with my deer friends. We have a different fella I haven’t seen since Fall hanging out on the hillside this afternoon. The ladies are only slightly bothered by him.
#MountainLiving #Idaho

Governor Stein Kicks Off Rural Listening Tour | WNC Times Today Governor Josh Stein kicked off his rural listening session series. He met with business leaders, local elected officials, and other leaders to h...

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Me in snow

Snow

Snow is back 👀❄️
70s yesterday with windows open.
#stunday
#bipolarweather
#mountainliving

They like to come hang out when they see me outside. Not too close but close enough to say Hello. #Idaho #MountainLiving

Sunset Brainard Lake Recreation Area Boulder County Colorado Rocky Mountains

Some summer sunset views from the back yard! Settling back into the Colorado flow after a 12 day trip to sunny southwest Florida, so stay tuned for some warmth from the sunshine state!

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Thaw

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WNC Weekend Weather: Uncertainty Looms Amidst Arctic Chill | WNC Times WNC braces for extreme cold & potential weekend snow! Arctic chill continues with possible coastal storm. Stay safe, monitor forecasts!

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The sky is magical tonight. So many stars. ✨💫
#MountainLiving #Idaho

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New Year, New... Wait, What Was I Doing? wnctimes.com/article/new-... #NewYear2026 #NewYearsResolutions #ResolutionFail
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