Taking campers and hunters into the wilderness area requires pack horses, riders, work and time. Some will hike in, but packing in allows the visitors to bring gear and stay in a well tended camp.  My husband worked for an outfitter in the White River National Forrest – beautiful, pristine country.  Here he heads into camp – the Smith Jones camp with empty packs and riding horses to bring a set of guests out.  I feel fortunate to have been able to spend time with him doing this.

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Each spring crews of sheep shearers migrate across the west. Their work is hard and demanding yet so important for sheep industry. These shearers often start shearing at a young age and travel across the world  – it’s a hard life, but they get to see lots of country, meet interesting people and see untold numbers of sheep.  These are the industry’s unsung heroes.

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Sheep run on the open range in the west are typically a white-faced wool breed. Used for hardiness, meat and mothering ability these ladies survive rugged climates and easily handle the migratory life of the range flocks. Merino Rambouillet, Targhee and Columbia are often the breeds found on the big range operations.

Packaged in clear archival bag with backing board.  Each order is packaged out of my studio at home.  I live quite a ways from town so please allow longer than you would think for your order to arrive.  The price we pay for me living out in a very rural area. Thank you for understanding!

Those that have owned and worked Border Collies know the look.  Aged by years and miles, their body doesn’t work quite as well as it once did, but the will to work remains untouched as they eagerly embrace the next task that comes their way.  Waiting at the barn door, or for the cue to be sent, these dogs are always ready to go.  Yes, the ears may not set as straight as they once did, but those clouded eyes speak volumes about character, wisdom and that special quality that makes a working Border Collie.

Packaged in clear archival bag with backing board.  Each order is packaged out of my studio at home.  I live quite a ways from town so please allow longer than you would think for your order to arrive.  The price we pay for me living out in a very rural area. Thank you for understanding!

Blossum is one of those fool proof steeds that can be trusted with anyone and anything. She’s a sweet hearted sorrel mule that loves people. Steady on her feet, loyal and quiet – she’s irreplaceable and a true friend! She’s my mule, but anyone can ride her including our grand daughters.

Packaged in clear archival bag with backing board.  Each order is packaged out of my studio at home.  I live quite a ways from town so please allow longer than you would think for your order to arrive.  The price we pay for me living out in a very rural area. Thank you for understanding!