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Badlands Ivory: White Horse Enjoying Grass in Theodore Roosevelt
Deep within Theodore Roosevelt National Park, a breathtaking sight unfolds. The Badlands ivory, a magnificent white horse, relaxes in the vibrant green grass. This isn't just a scene—it's a special view into the peace that only the wild can provide. During one of my...

Prairie Trio: Horses in Perfect Step at Theodore Roosevelt Park
Have you ever wondered what grace looks like in the wilds of North Dakota? Imagine a prairie trio of horses in perfect step at Theodore Roosevelt Park. Their movements echo the gentle waves of the surrounding grasslands. Consequently, this sight captured my lens and...

Grasslands Guardian: Stallion Amidst Wild Grass in Theodore Roosevelt
Have you ever wondered what it's like to look into the eyes of a true ruler of the plains? There I was in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, the perfect stage for a majestic story of resilience and beauty. Indeed, the scene was breathtaking. In the prairie sovereign, a...

Generations in the Wild: Young and Adult Horses of Theodore
Taking the loop trail on a wonderful trip through North Dakota’s Theodore Roosevelt National Park, we came upon the most heart-rending scene—the horses of Theodore. A wild mother horse and her colt stood together, and this scene captivated me as I watched the delicate...

Icon of the Plains: Stallion Amidst Prairie Grass in Theodore Roosevelt
Have you ever wondered what it's like to stand still and feel the earth breathe around you? In the sprawling expanse of Theodore Roosevelt Park, such moments are not just dreams but vivid realities. Especially when you encounter an icon of the plains—a majestic...

Prairie Generations: Horse Family Grazing in Theodore Roosevelt Park
Have you ever wondered how animals communicate without words? This thought struck me as I watched a horse family grazing in Theodore Roosevelt Park. Meanwhile, it was a calm day in the park, and the bond between these majestic animals felt almost tangible. This...

Majestic Mustang: Wild Stallion Roaming Theodore Roosevelt
What is it about the vast, open spaces that makes your heart race with anticipation? As I stood in North Dakota’s Theodore Roosevelt National Park, I prepared to find out. After all, this wild land is home to a true grasslands guardian: a wild stallion roaming the...

Looking Across the St. Croix River at Wisconsin: Stillwater Minnesota
Have you ever stood on a bridge and felt like you were part of the skyline? That's the lifted perspective I experienced on the Stillwater Lift Bridge in Minnesota, gazing out over the serene St. Croix Valley in Wisconsin. The bridge felt like a doorway the day I took...

Young and Free Wild Horse: Foal Exploring Theodore Roosevelt
On a road trip through North Dakota, we stopped for a few days in beautiful Medora, home of the famed Medora Musical, and to Theodore Roosevelt National Park. We had heard that the park was home to elusive wild horses and I wanted to shoot them! With my camera, of...

Patriotic Stillwater: US Flag and Stillwater Lift Bridge
Have you ever wondered what makes a place truly historic? Standing at the Stillwater Historic Site, I was captivated by the historic symbolism of the US Flag and Lift Bridge. This spot in Stillwater is more than just a pretty view. Rather, it's a symbol of American...