I once again became truly “Cowboy” John in late October of this year when Peter called asking for help at the Glaser ranch, east of Elko. Glasers’ cattle had been on the range from spring through early fall and it was shipping time so Peter called. The cattle were rounded up by me and two [read more…]
Nevada
Joe and Mark’s Ruby Crest Trail Hike
I shuttled Joe from Alaska, and Mark from Reno to Harrison Pass for their Ruby Crest Trail hike. Experienced backpackers they planned a full week for the hike, with the intent of enjoying the flora and fauna on their way. The Ruby Mountains are part of Nevada’s “basin and range” topography: mountain ranges separated by wide sagebrush basins. Mountain ranges [read more…]