Autumn Reveal

Storm clouds lift and reveal a spectacular autumn scene along northwest Montana's Thompson River.

The Thompson River Valley is part of a larger protected area known as the Thompson-Fisher Conservation Easement held by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks. The 141,000 acre property is owned by Weyerhaeuser and is one of the largest privately protected landscapes in the USA. The CE protects wildlife and fish habitat for a variety of species, including endangered grizzly bears and bull trout. The CE also ensures the public's right to recreate on the property forever. It is one of my most favorite places to visit in the Fall.