A 50% view of the Flathead Valley! (Keith Hammer photos)
Nine Swan Rangers enjoyed a 50% chance of precipitation 100% while hiking the Bear Creek Road and Peterson Creek Trail as far as Patterson Creek on Saturday, June 28, 2014!
They never did find that "sucker hole" of blue sky that drifted by the Cafe during breakfast, but had a good time getting wet together anyway!
Click here for a map of the Peterson Creek Trail and Bear Creek Road.
Gated to motor vehicles until July 1, the Bear Creek Road adds another mile or so of "wide trail" perfect for a wet day!
Bushes are busy putting out flowers and putting on fruit regardless of the weather, as with this wild rose . . .
. . . and this thimbleberry!
Patterson Creek has taken over a short section of trail, making for a wet crossing better left for a dry day!
The Swan Rangers meet every Saturday at the Echo Lake Cafe for breakfast at 7:30, leaving at 8:30 for a partial day outing in the northern Swan Mountains and foothills.
They carpool from the Swan River School parking lot next to the Cafe.
When hiking in bear country, remember to carry bear spray and avoid the 3-D's: dawn, dusk, and darkness.
Everyone is welcome!