Our plan was to head north for a bit before heading back home in hopes of cooler temperatures, so we set out for Wyoming.
Another day of driving brought more searching for a campsite...leaving Telluride right at the weekend was not our brightest idea. Eventually, however, we found a site on the banks of the North Platte River in the Medicine Bow National Forest.
It was the perfect spot for the night. After setting up camp, we walked down to the river where we were able to wade in the water while Scout played in the Rapids. The water was the perfect temperature...nice and refreshing! It was a definite change from the numbing waters of the streams in Telluride!
Once we were relaxed from our day in the car, we headed back to camp to make some dinner before dark.
After the sun set behind the hills, Kevin and I decided to go on a walk to check out the most unique aspect of the campground. The view of the forest fire on the mountains just across the road from where we were staying.
As we were driving in to the campground, the giant plume of smoke could be seen from miles away and "Thank You Firefighters" signs were hanging along the fences. At night, you could see the flare ups and flames. We spent some time watching the flames on the hillside...so close...yet far enough away to not be a concern for our safety.
The fire began some time in June and is not expected to be fully contained until October. The cause of the fire remains unknown. It was interesting to see nature take its course...little did we know that fire would consume our day today and ice would take the reins the next day.
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