Cookie Exchange Party

Each year during the holidays we get together with friends and support the sugar industry (as well as the increased prevalence of diabetes) by exchanging our favorite cookies.

Brotherson Family

Kirt's Grandma passed away after leading a full and productive life, leaving behind this beautiful legacy.

Surprise!

We flew down to Wyoming to surprise Roger's mom for her 70th birthday.

4-Wheeling Near Fountain Green, Utah

Beautiful fall 4-wheeler excursion in the mountains near Kirt's hometown of Fountain Green, Utah.

Brooks River

Bear viewing trip to Katmai National Park. Although the bears on the Brooks River are curious, they typically steer clear of humans.

More Bear Viewing

Bear viewing trip to Katmai National Park. The bears know the days are getting shorter and prepare for hibernation by filling full of salmon.

More Bear Viewing

Bear viewing trip to Katmai National Park. This bear just finished eating a salmon.

Bear Viewing - Katmai National Park

Bear viewing trip to Katmai National Park. Many bears wandered up and down the beach during the day we spent at Brooks Camp.

Dip-Netting

For a short time they open up a few rivers in Alaska to Dip-netting. Imagine catching a 60 pound fish with only a net! Alaska residents only.

Big Sky Charter & Fishcamp

Kirt's 30 pound King Salmon. If you want a terrific experience on the Kenai River with good folks call the number in the photo.

King Masters

Jerry and Roger got the big ones this year. Dad (Jerry) pulled a 37 pounder out of the Kenai, Roger's was 40.

Bald Eagles in Cordova, Alaska

Bald eagles abound in and around Cordova, Alaska.

Million Dollar Bridge - Cordova, Alaska

Kirt's parents annual trip to Alaska. Here they are on the Million Dollar Bridge outside Cordova - Childs Glacier in background.

Cordova, Alaska

Peaceful evening at the small boat harbor in Cordova, Alaska.

Air Boat to Knik Glacier

Rebecca, Amanda, Andy and Travis enjoyed the air boat ride we took with Hunter Creek Outfitters.

Roger's Sister & Kids Visit Knik Glacier

Roger's sister and her three kids visit Alaska for the first time. This photo was taken at Knik Glacier.

Black Bear

Black Bear near Portage, along Turnagain Arm.

Float Plane - Lake Hood

Float Plane taking off from Lake Hood in Anchorage.

Walking Along Knik River

Walking along Knik River with friends James, Mark and Jeff (Kirt is on the right.). Knik Glacier is in the background.

Roger Kayaking at Delong Lake

We decided to try a little kayaking this summer. Here is Roger at Delong Lake.

Bald Eagle

A juvenile bald eagle takes a break from preening in the Spring sunshine.

Here Comes the Flood

Kirt and Al - who will run out first as the fountain erupts? In Celebration, Florida.

First Swim in Carribean

That's Roger showing off at Bahia Honda State Parkin the Florida Keys.

Obligatory Key West Photo

Here we are escaping Alaska's long winter in Key West on our Florida vacation.

Nighttime View From Our Window

The aurora borealis produce a faint glow out our front window.

View From Our Window

When we are lucky, Mother Nature greets us with this morning view out our front window.