summer

A Beaver’s Tale

The Alpine Examiner July 10, 2022 Naturalist Blog Getting to the heart of what matters in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area A Beaver’s Tale A beaver’s tail is the tail to end all tails. Let me first start this tale with a story that is thousands of years old. This is the story of how […]

Welcome to our 2022 Naturalists!

The Alpine Examiner June 12th, 2022 Naturalist Blog Getting to the heart of what matters in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area The Sawtooth Squad: Introducing Our 2022 SIHA Naturalists! The last ice has melted off Redfish Lake. Spring flowers are leafing out, and some are even blooming. The rivers and lakes are on the rise […]

Early Summer Fun!

Summer is arriving in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area!  Days are getting warmer and the lakes are beginning to look inviting for swimming.    It’s easy to forget that snow can still be found at higher elevations, and that trails may not be clear for hiking.  Adventure abounds regardless, and there are plenty of opportunities for early-season […]