Rustic Lens

My top 10 list of cold weather gear

As I write this,  it’s been below freezing temperatures almost constantly for 5 weeks.  This...(Read More)

Cloverland – An Eastern Washington Ghost Town

In Eastern Washington, there’s a little ghost town that I just found out about. My son and I...(Read More)

Elk Creek Falls – Elk River Idaho

I was trying to figure out a good adventure for my wife, daughter and I for a Saturday day trip...(Read More)

River Of No Return Jet Boat Races – Riggins Idaho

Recipe for fun:  1 part wild and scenic raging river, 1 handful of insanely powerful jet boats, 1...(Read More)

Atomic Idaho – East Idaho Desert

Atomic research plays a big role in the history of eastern Idaho.  I recently learned that the...(Read More)

Idaho’s Highway 93 – The Road Less Traveled

I finally made it to the south-eastern part of Idaho last month.  I went on an adventure with my...(Read More)

White Knob Idaho – Ghost Town Near Mackay Idaho

White Knob Idaho began after the discovery of copper in 1901 by Wayne Darlington.  The landscape...(Read More)

Slickpoo Idaho – St. Joseph Mission

I wouldn’t call it a town, or even a village at this point. Slickpoo Idaho is more of a group...(Read More)

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How To Catch A Fairy

HOW TO CATCH A FAIRY

This is a fairy trap constructed by my daughter. Notice the way the box is tilted and balanced on the toy so that “when the fairy flutters her wings, it will fall and trap her.”  It’s also important to...(Read More)