Sage Mountain Photography

09/11/2026

Happy Cloud Appreciation Day! This morning bought dramatic clouds dressed in blues and grays with a splash of morning light. It is a sure sign of the coming of fall. It gives the viewer a sense of coziness, peace and calm, and a desire to hold something hot in a mug. Whether you choose coffee, tea or hot chocolate, it tastes especially good on a morning like this.

09/09/2026

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Ripple's 36 Hour DayOne Fundraiser STARTS NOW!

If you believe in Ripple's mission of conservation and environmental stewardship focused K-12 education, please consider a DayOne donation at the following link https://dayone.mtech.edu/ripplemt

The Clark Fork and Silver Bow are a living testament to 30 years of advancements in restoration and remediation sciences. There are 30 years of restoration work left to go, making Ripple's work critical.

Ripple has spent 21+ years using this story to teach and inspire Montana's next generation of conservationists, scientists, restoration technicians, and environmental stewards. We believe there is no better way to show students what they can do with the right know-how and community will.

09/08/2026

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If you've visited the Old Faithful Visitor Education Center lately, you might have noticed we are screening a brand-new film! 🎉

"What Bison See: Restoring Yellowstone's Lost Migrations" reveals a lesser-known story about the migration patterns of one of America's most iconic species: the American bison. It explores where and how the animals established the migration routes they use today after a century and a half of restoration efforts.

The 20-minute documentary is presented by Yellowstone Forever and produced by the Wyoming Migration Initiative at the University of Wyoming, in partnership with the National Park Service. The film is showing three times daily at the Old Faithful Visitor Education Center.

09/07/2026

Madison Buffalo Jump State Park in Logan, Montana had its annual kite festival on Saturday. Watching children of all ages (including me😉) make and fly kites was so enjoyable. Terry from ZeeLee Kites was there. I had no idea who she was, but I noticed that she needed another set of hands to fly her buffalo kite. And of course, I took the opportunity to help her launch it. Next thing I knew, I was flying the kite. She was so kind and welcoming. When I got home, I researched her and was amazed at what she does. Here are a few pictures of the kites she brought. The buffalo kite is titled Blackfoot Buffalo and was made by John Cadotte (Blackfeet). Terry was part of the Flying Buffalo Project, and you can read about it on her website. Aren't these kites beautiful?

Check out her website at zeeleekites.com.

09/06/2026

Southwest Montana has the most amazing geology due to the Boulder Batholith. Extending from Helena, Montana to Dillon, Montana, and estimated to be from 7 to 10 miles deep, the batholith off of I-90 is an amazing area to gaze at the unique boulders and natural rock formations. If you drive on I-90 between Whitehall and Butte, you will be stunned by the shear size and shapes of these formations. Think of the magnitude of the pressures and forces that occurred under you as you gaze upon the batholith. Here are a few photos to spark your curiosity.

09/02/2026

I am both honored and humbled by the purchasing of one of my prints using metal as its medium. It is one of the most greatest compliments to have someone who relishes your photography enough to want it displayed in their home.

This photo is titled Rainbow Silhouette.

Side note: This is hanging in her bathroom with her forest and mountains shower curtain reflected in it which is so appropriate. The background of the photo is a rainbow in front of the To***co Root Mountains in southwest Montana.

Thank you to all of you who follow my page, react to my photos and comment on them. You are my inspiration!

08/31/2026

The road to Branham Lakes in the To***co Root Mountains has opened after a summer of repair by the forest service. They did a wonderful job on the three bridges they replaced. Fall has hit the high altitudes, but I was able to find a few wildflowers particularly Fireweed. I found a group hidden in an old, twisted, and grayed tree that added beauty and depth to the scene. Here are a few of the shots I took.

Location: To***co Root Mountains, Sheridan, MT
Titles are on each picture.

08/30/2026

Route 287 from Twin Bridges, MT to Ennis, MT is a beautiful ride. Just north of Sheridan, I spotted this scene. The storm cell over the Ruby Range was menacing yet beautiful especially when reflected in this pond, and the colors were so intense. I just had to photograph it.

Title: Ruby Reflection
Location: Sheridan, MT (Ruby Range)
8/27/2026

08/29/2026

Nature, from the largest to the tiniest, is so fascinating to me. Today, I found a Six Spotter Orb Weaver Spider "hanging out" among my sunflowers. The research that followed informed me that they aren't aggressive towards humans and someone that you want around your home because they prey on pests. If this is a female, she will lay eggs soon and wrap them in a silky cocoon what is attached to foliage. I will have to be careful when harvesting the seeds from my sunflowers. 😊

Title: Six Spotted Orb Weaver
Location: Whitehall, MT
Date: 8/29/26

08/28/2026

The evening began with thunderstorms and rainbows, and although the clouds were present, I was able to enjoy the beginning of the lunar eclipse last night. Here are a few shots of the beautiful full moon.

Location: Whitehall, Montana

8/27/2026