As many of my regular viewers know I love Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge in Montana. Just by being there I can feel my blood pressure drop, a sense of peace flows through my body and my mind (and camera) focuses on the wonders and intricacies of nature.

Clearing storm at Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife RefugeClearing storm at Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge – Nikon D200, handheld, f7.1, 1/80, ISO 320, Nikkor 18-200mm VR at 18mm, natural light

This photo was taken at 5 am as a storm was clearing out of the Centennial Valley and a few clouds still hung over the Centennial Mountains. Mornings are cool in the valley but the days warmed up while I was there earlier this month.

The beauty of Red Rock Lakes NWR never fails to inspire or delight me.

Mia

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