Winter has arrived in Montana. Tomorrow I leave for 6 months in the South, 5 of those to be spent in Louisiana. My car is packed, fully loaded inside and the rocket box. More than enough stuff? Most likely, I am more than nervous to think about the time away from the Northern Rockies. I am looking forward to the food, music and warm personalities of Lousiana. I am looking forward to floating in the wetlands, to learning a new place.

But before taking off, I had one last hike along the Madison River. 7 miles in and out. Glorious light, beautiful water, great conversation, running dog…And beautiful photographs to remember the day taken by Jake Fleming. Enjoy!