I was happy to see that the Vintage Gardens catalog dropped the word "white" from "Angels Camp Tea", as its' lovely blooms range from peachy pink with an amber base to pale pink, and then oddly enough, the blooms are alabastor white in both very hot weather, and quite cold weather. It blooms as often as the China roses in my garden and it's one of my favorite Tea roses. Luxrosa

2014 back to the "Beaten Path" in the Absaroka Wilderness, northeast of Yellowstone National Park, this time with a fishing rod in hand. I assisted taking a group of scouts last year there. This time it will be an adult-only fishing trip. If you have the skills to backpack, this is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Can't hike? Take the car can ride from Red Lodge, Montana to Cooke City, Montana, a breath taking trip up over 10,000 feet. Best time is mid July to mid august. Dine in Red Lodge, really nice town! Be sure you have good brakes, some parts of drive not for the faint-hearted. Be sure to stop at the Top-of-the-World store along the way. If you hike it, start on Cooke City side at about 7500 feet, up over top at about 9900 feet, then down to 6000 feet at East Rosebud, about 26 miles. 2 really long days for super athletes or minimalist light weight hikers or a nice 3 to 4 day trip for the average Joe. Abundant water and nice lakes to camp by such as Russell Lake, Ouzel Lake, Twin Outlets Lake, and Rainbow Lake. Huge waterfalls thundering through many sections of the trail on the north end. 200 folks in the area on an average summer day, spread out over miles of wilderness but lots of side lakes/trails if you want to explore without others nearby. Camping at trail heads is $20 a car per night, parking free at trail heads, and camping is free in the wilderness. Some special camping rules apply, mainly distance from water sources, but very manageable. Check it out on Google Earth, East Rosebud going south-southwest toward Wyoming. Steve

That's interesting. Now the only sage I'm familiar with is what comes in one of those spice containers that you just sprinkle on to whatever - didn't know it came in the bulk. Who was it some time ago posted about using Listerine mouth wash in a spray bottle and spraying that around the campsite. Never did try it.

to those who want red wigglers for composting and garden needs we have them year round here in Camp Verde, AZ for over 10 years now. We provide all you need to know to be successful in getting the best fertilizer (worm castings) in the world for your garden. contact- memiherrick@yahoo.com. also the worms at home supply stores do Not carry the best worms for composting- they are for fishing, HUGE difference in what you use them for! Happy to explain and give proper information. Happy Gardening!