bitterroot outdoor journal

The big birds are migrating and soaring above our heads.

The larger birds are migrating up in the Montana sky.

The bigger birds are on their vary south, so look up.

Shorebirds are in their migration mode and they make stops in Western Montana.

If you want to see birds, head toward the river or the ponds.

Be careful of the heat while you're out observing the wilds.

There are ways to enjoy nature and avoid some of the smoke.

Limit your time outside, but don't miss the opportunities.

A Meadowhawk Dragonfly is one of many in the area now.

The numbers of dragonflies are booming in the hot weather.

And we feature Pussytoes wildflowers this week.

An elusive snake is part of our weekly report.