The magic of Crane Mountain is best observed with a bit of distance! These moments I’m about to share with you were captured safely from behind the windows of my home. It’s a joy to watch these wild neighbors play, knowing they feel comfortable enough to be themselves while we remain safely tucked away inside.
Because the magic here isn’t just in the quiet moments by the pond; sometimes, it comes wandering right out of the woods…
Make sure to keep scrolling to see what these playful visitors do next!
And please excuse the occasional reflections and “home movie” feel, these are real, unscripted moments caught on my phone camera right from my living room. I always keep my phone nearby because, around here, you never know when a quiet evening will turn into a front-row seat to nature’s playground.
A Few Examples of the Magic Found Here
- Watching the range and forest change colors with the seasons.
- Hiking through woodland forest
- Snowshoeing
- Cross-country skiing
- Riding horseback or ATVs
- Gardening – safe from hungry deer
- Relaxing by the ponds watching the fish or joining them for a dip
- Observing wildlife in their natural habitat
- Access to Crane Mountain for snowmobiling or Huckleberry picking
- Photographing images you don’t want to forget
So much to explore
Should I or shouldn’t I?
Water fun
Just clowning around
Not all views are this exciting and if you look, there is usually something that will take your breath away whether it is on the ground, in the pond, or in the sky.
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