Roxborough State Park- Denver, Colorado

Roxborough State Park is a popular state park located in the southwestern suburbs of Denver, Colorado, in the United States. The park covers an area of approximately 4,000 acres and is home to a variety of geological formations, including red sandstone formations, rock outcroppings, and scenic vistas. The park's most notable geological feature is the Fountain Formation, which is a red sandstone formation that is approximately 300 million years old. The formation is home to a variety of fossils, including marine animals, plants, and insects. The park's Visitor Center has exhibits that showcase these fossils, as well as other natural and cultural history of the area. I have hiked through many national parks, and I believe that the views from the various hiking trails here in Roxborough State Park are the most breathtaking, as if they could only exist in one's dreams. Even days after returning home, I find myself still dreaming about them. I absolutely love that feeling.

Outside my Window - Morning Dove

The Mourning Dove, also known as the American Mourning Dove, is a medium-sized bird that is native to North America. It is a member of the dove family and is known for its distinctive cooing call, which is a familiar sound in many parts of the continent. The Mourning Dove is a slender bird with a long, pointed tail and a plump body. It has a brownish-gray plumage that is speckled with black spots on the wings and back, and a pale buff-colored underside. The male and female look similar, but the male can be identified by a iridescent patch on its neck. I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to capture some images of them when they visited my neighborhood.

Outside my window - Starling (Black Bird)

One day, I took some photos of Sterlings outside my window and noticed that each photo showed the birds carrying small pieces of material, presumably to use in building their nest. It was amazing to see each bird with something in its mouth! I now have a better understanding of how these birds construct their nests.

Outside my window - English Sparrow

very morning, I wake up to the delightful sound of birds chirping outside my window. For a long time, I wasn't able to capture decent pictures of these birds, but that all changed when I purchased my second bridge camera, which has a powerful 50x zoom. Here are some of the bird pictures I have taken with my new camera. After doing some research, I learned that the sparrow is the most common bird in the area around my house.

Boulder, Colorado - While hiking to the top of Green Mountain

Boulder, Colorado - While hiking to the top of the Green Mountain

Boulder, Colorado - While hiking to the top of Green Mountain

Boulder, Colorado _ View from the top of Green Mountain

Boulder, Colorado - View from the top of Green Mountain

Boulder, Colorado - Green Mountain

 Green Mountain is a prominent peak in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, located in Boulder, Colorado. 

The summit of Green Mountain rises to an elevation of 8,144 feet (2,482 meters) above sea level, and offers panoramic views of the surrounding area, including the nearby cities of Boulder and Denver. 

One of the most popular hiking trails to the summit is the Green Mountain West Ridge Trail, which starts from the parking lot at the base of the mountain and winds up the western ridge of the peak. The trail is approximately 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) long and gains about 2,500 feet (760 meters) in elevation. The summit of Green Mountain can also be reached via the Green-Bear Trail, the E.M. Greenman Trail, and the Ranger Trail, among others.