Rustic Lens

Historic Sumpter Valley – Sumpter Oregon

In the summer months,  you can take a ride on the Sumpter Valley Railroad and feel like you have...(Read More)

Elk Creek Falls – Elk River Idaho

I was trying to figure out a good adventure for my wife, daughter and I for a Saturday day trip...(Read More)

Mark Twain’s Home Town – Hannibal, Missouri

Hannibal Missouri is an awesome little town along the Mississippi River. It’s also the...(Read More)

Moore’s Lake Hike – Gospel Hump Wilderness

Moore’s lake, in Idaho’s Gospel Hump Wilderness, is accessible only by a hiking trail...(Read More)

Louie Lake – Idaho

Years ago I bought a backpack and some varied supplies for hiking.  I had wild aspirations to hike...(Read More)

Don’t Be Caught Unprepared – Keep Your Camera With You

I do a lot of driving and try to always have my camera with me. You never know when the sun is...(Read More)

Death Valley – Fighters and Flowers

An awesome surprise in the desert When my friend invited me to come photograph Death Valley during...(Read More)

Highway To Hell – Kirkwood Ranch in Hell’s Canyon

Kirkwood Ranch is difficult to get to, but very worth the trip. Years ago, when I worked for Frito...(Read More)

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