RATTLESNAKE Trail Report September 2, 2023
It started as any day on campus, just slightly cooler in the morning thanks to a weather front that had moved through the Owyhee region the night before. I began…
It started as any day on campus, just slightly cooler in the morning thanks to a weather front that had moved through the Owyhee region the night before. I began…
I visited campus yesterday for a standard walk around. The temperatures have dropped considerably since last week and peaked out around 80 degrees with a light wind most of my…
It's been another great Summer season on campus in the Owyhee! I've been fortunate to be able to visit campus regularly despite the hot temperatures and challenges of balancing a…
Getting where you want to go is very different when you get boots on the ground. Maps, no matter how much they've progressed still don't quite do justice to the…
As Summer in Idaho slowly begins to wind down I look back over a great season on the trail! The Owyhee wilderness can be a rugged and unforgiving place; with…
The Owyhee Land Crab (sometimes called Ta'-Bo'a in old times) is a rare, land dwelling crustacean found exclusively in the high desert areas of the Owyhee wilderness. Often seen, but…
Due to irresponsible humans there has been an inordinate amount of broken glass on the trail this season. This poses a hazard to our pawed pals as well as those…
There are many benefits to getting out and taking a nice long walk in the outdoors, otherwise known as hiking. Whether it’s just for the change of scenery to help…
HELLO WORLD! Welcome to the Ersity of Was website! Things are finally getting started here. What does that mean? Well, soon in addition to wonderful wilderness photos of you will…