Flathead Lake from Elk Springs. (Keith Hammer photos)

Nine Swan Rangers hiked up to Elk Springs on Broken Leg Mountain Saturday, December 1.

It was a slightly drizzly day, but the grizzly bear tracks found at Elk Springs were awesome!

A pause near the mouth of Wolf Creek Canyon.

A big griz had used the Broken Leg Trail a few days earlier!

Click here to see a short video about these grizzly bear tracks!

The remains of a recent hunting camp at Elk Springs.

Moss, lichen and larch needle composition on old log.

Moss and larch needles on boulder.

The Swan Rangers meet every Saturday at the Echo Lake Cafe for breakfast at 8:30, leaving at 9:30 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!