We’re back at Fort Robinson in northwestern Nebraska, this time with grandkids to enjoy the sights and the wildlife. With three visits in the past two years, I’m beginning to feel like this place is “home”.
Sunset drives are always full of surprises… bison and pronghorn were grazing in the still-green pastures on some of the 22,000 acres of the park.
More wildlife was spotted near the road the next morning on our drive through Smiley Canyon in the park.
The spring wildflowers were abundant in the grassy meadows as well: a purple Penstemon, the white of the Yucca flowers, and small orange Globe Mallow flowers brought a lot of color to the green pastures.
Back Yard Biology 
These photos are magnificent, Sue I actually I almost feel like I’m in Nebraska looking at this scenery. What a blessing for both you and your grandchildren to be sharing this together – enjoy every moment.
Thanks for your kind comment! It really was beautiful in its spring color bloom. It surprised me that it was still so green there!
Yes… and I wonder how late into spring they actually have snow.
I have a mirror image photo of your bison which I took in North Dakota a few weeks ago! They are magnificent.
Yes, they are!! Powerful and stately, and somewhat intimidating. I wouldn’t want to get close enough to get charged.