Nature presents Christmas in Yellowstone, a stunning visual journey of nature and wildlife during the winter months deep within America’s first national park. Click on the following link to view breathtaking landscapes and intimate scenes of wolves and coyotes, elk and bison, bears and otters, who provide a fascinating glimpse into their ability to survive the most challenging months of the year.
It's that time of year when I am looking forward to the annual Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival from September 8 - 18. According to the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce, "The Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival is widely recognized as one of the premier cultural events in the Rocky Mountain West. Thousands of art enthusiasts are drawn each year to experience the diverse artwork and breathtaking natural surroundings that make Jackson Hole a leading cultural center. Visitors will appreciate the works of nationally and internationally acclaimed artists along with an exceptional array of music, cowboy poetry and cuisine. More than fifty events round out our eleven-day festival."
If you've never heard of Craig Johnson, then you will know who is when you see the promos for a new series titled, Longmire, to be launched by A&E based on his best-selling books. With titles like Kindness Goes Unpunished and Hell is Empty, along with a group of international fans that rivals super star status, the charismatic character, Walt Longmire, was destined to become a star and take Craig right along with him to Hollywood.The Art & Entertainment Network (A&E), in partnership with Warner Horizon Television and TNT, has placed Longmire, a pilot episode for a television series based on Craig Johnson's mystery series, on its production schedule for 2011. Australian actor Robert Taylor will take on the role of Wyoming sheriff Walt Longmire, Johnson’s central character.
Taylor has appeared in such films as Coffin Rock (2009), Storm Warning (2007) and Rogue (2007). He is also known for his role as Agent Jones in the 1999 film The Matrix.
Hunt Baldwin and John Coveny wrote the hour-long pilot for Longmire. They will also serve as executive producers along with Greer Shephard and Michael M. Robin. Greg Yaitanes will direct.
In a March 3, 2011 post on his Facebook page, Craig Johnson comments on his role as “creative consultant” for the Longmire production. “They've pretty much kept me in the loop and asked my opinions on everything – which means that if it fails, I'm blaming me,” he writes. He also includes a photograph of Robert Taylor, whom he describes as being “the guy I wanted” to play Sheriff Walt Longmire.
Johnson introduced Walt Longmire in the 2004 series debut novel, The Cold Dish. Longmire is a Vietnam veteran who has served for over two decades as the sheriff of Absaroka County, Wyoming.
Johnson has continued the adventures of Longmire, his Philadelphia-born deputy, Victoria Moretti, and his best friend, Henry Standing Bear, through five additional novels – Death Without Company (2006), Kindness Goes Unpunished (2007), Another Man's Moccasins (2008), The Dark Horse (2009) and Junkyard Dogs (2010). A seventh Walt Longmire novel, Hell Is Empty, will be released in the U.S. on June 2, 2011.
It is finally ski season! There is so much going on in Jackson throughout the year, although winter is my favorite time to visit because it is the BEST place to ski! Plus, the shopping, galleries, and fabulous dining (see some samples in my cookbook!), make it a top destination for pleasures beyond the incredible skiing and outdoor activities.
I am delighted to share an exciting new publication with you titled, Wyoming Lifestyle Magazine. According to the magazine's editor, Kati Hime, "We celebrate the Wyoming lifestyle! From homes to family activities, travel & tourism, business, agriculture to the arts, we cover it all. We combine beautiful photography and informative columns by our own Wyoming experts in addition to interesting feature articles." The magazine is offered in both print and online formats so please visit the website by clicking on the link above and discover how we "celebrate the Wyoming way of life!"
The 6th annual Wyoming State BBQ Championship and Blue Grass Festival will take place August 19-21, 2010 in Worland, WY! Each year over thirty master BBQ'rs converge in the Big Horn Basin to compete for prizes totaling over $6000.00. Each participant spends countless hours preparing their favorite recipes for brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and chicken. Additional categories include lamb and sauce.
Don't miss the 26th annual Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival September 9-19, 2010 in Jackson, WY. This annual celebration will feature more than 50 events and showcase international and national artists and their extraordinary art. From culinary, contemporary, landscape, Native American, wildlife, and Western art, this festive event provides something for everyone, amidst the glorious backdrop of the majestic Teton mountains!
I am delighted to discover and share so many fun events going on in the cowboy state, and my latest find is The Wyoming Blues and Jazz Society - a wonderful organization that was created to promote and perpetuate blues and jazz music across the state of Wyoming. The Society recognizes blues and jazz as being a true American heritage and seeks to educate and encourage young and old to play and listen to blues and jazz. Members are primarily in the Casper area with a few spread across the state, and a few elsewhere in the U.S. The society hopes to grow its membership to encourage and enjoy shared events in many towns across Wyoming.
Sweet 16 is the nickname for U.S. Highway 16, that runs east-west in the northwest United States, between Rapid City, South Dakota, and eastern Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. This 507 mile passage was designated by Road & Track as the "shortest, safest most scenic route" from Mount Rushmore to Yellowstone Park.
with the sound of music! Summer is my favorite time of year in Wyoming. Old man winter has gone into hibernation, the mountains are blanketed in gradient shades of green, and the wildflowers garnish the landscape with dollops of splendid colors. And what is most exciting about summer in Wyoming is all the fun activities and events around the state that offer something to do for everyone. For those who love music, a must-do event is the Grand Targhee Music Festival at Grand Targhee Resort, nestled in the majestic Teton Mountains. People from all over the world convene in one of our state's most beautiful settings to enjoy the music of talented and accomplished musicians, that includes Grammy award winners and nominees. This three day event is a pleasure for people of all ages, with a variety of activities for kids, too. For more information about the Sixth Annual Targhee Fest on July 16-18, click here.
Summer gardens are bursting with a glorious symphony of ripe, colorful vegetables and herbs. I have two summer harvest favorites that are a harmonious pair - luscious tomatoes and cool cucumbers. This classic duo, combined with a medley of other fresh vegetables and herbs, create a cool refreshing soup to enjoy on a hot summer day. Gazpacho is a chilled, light soup consisting of fresh raw vegetables that originated in Spain, with ancient roots.
The planting season has arrived here in the Big Horn Basin, finally! With my favorite vegetables and herbs grounded firmly into the rich soil, my only task now is to nurture them with water, and lots of it, in our very dry, high desert climate. If all goes as planned, I will harvest enough tomatoes for canning an ample supply to enjoy through fall and winter in my favorite soups, salsas, and sauces. I'm going to try preserving herbs this year, so I planted several varieties to determine which will hold their flavor. And I found a delicious vegetable antipasto recipe for canning that I will share in an upcoming magazine article I'm writing for Teton Family Magazine. The magazine's first issue will debut August 1st, so stay tuned for more information about this exciting new publication featuring Paulette Phlipot’s beautiful photography.
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