Hardware Ranch

MLK Jr day we headed up to Hardware Ranch, near Logan, Utah. It is an Elk Ranch, where the DNR feeds the elk as they are driven off the mountain in the winter for food. Yes, they could make it just fine without help, but this keeps them out of Cache Valley in people's yards and off the roads. There are a lot of elk up there. At the time we were there, there were about 120 elk.
 It was cold, 19 degrees. We were basically dressed for it. It was a good trial-run for sledding, if it ever snows enough. We did find that our feet got cold...Might have to get some wool socks for when we go sledding/tubing.  The little boys did the best- very happy to be there- despite the cold. The rest of us enjoyed it too. 40 minutes was long enough out there though.
 The drive there and back was nice, thanks to red box and the scenery after we were north of SLC. Logan is very beautiful. If they had any jobs, it would be a nice place to live. I love the 4H/country feel of that part of the state.
 We were in the van about 5.5 hours for our 40 minute adventure in the cold to see the Elk. Steve and I want the kids to love the outdoors and try to make efforts to make that happen for them. In a time when it's easier to watch TV and play video games, the outdoors sometimes takes work.
 I think this trip was worth it, if you are a Utahan, make sure you dress well if you are headed there.