A blog of my botanical misdeeds and potentially interesting floral photos. All Photos Copyright Ross Kouzes

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2012/03/23

2012-03-23 Rowena Crest

This time of year is always nice in the Gorge on a sunny day! It was cold the night before and there was still snow at low elevations.

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We were actually a little late to see the Olsynium douglasii this year, but there were still plenty up.
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David found another white flower.
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My favorite pond was still picturesque.
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The Fritillaria pudica were open nicely.
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In case the photos belie the truth, the whole plant is no more than 3 or 4 inches tall.
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Crocidium was open.
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It was a busy day animal wise. There were vultures, meadowlarks, eagles, hawks, deer, a frog, a snake and a coyote. Not all at once mind you.
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Lithophragma.
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David examining a sideways tree.
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This Lomatium columbianum was blooming in an old rock wall.
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Quite a nice walk! Perhaps we'll have more company next year...

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