Tuesday, December 29, 2020

Surprise visitors at the arboretum


After Christmas this year, my sister Shauna and I took a drive to get out of the house and enjoy some rare December sunshine.

We were trying to locate the Cheyenne National Cemetery for veterans, which we eventually did. We found an additional landmark, however, that is a well kept secret. At least, I've never heard of it! 

The High Plains Arboretum is located at the Cheyenne Field Station which is west of Cheyenne off of Round Top Rd. at 8301 Hildreth Road. Cheyenne Department of Urban Forestry and Cheyenne trees, caring for trees in Cheyenne, Wyoming

Historical markers state that the Field Station began planting a large variety of trees, shrubs, fruits and vegetables in the 1930s, so they could report which species were hardy to Wyoming's high plains. 

These days, the arboretum sits on City property and is open to the public. The arboretum features over 60 different trees and shrubs from around the world and includes markers which identify many plants and gives brief descriptions, including country of origin and year planted.

December didn't provide the greenest display and I'm certain summer would provide a more vibrant landscape. Nevertheless, the old houses and other buildings were interesting and we had surprise visitors!

A deer herd had decided to bed down on the old lawns beneath a canopy of trees. They watched us curiously as we drove by, but were kind enough to pose. Their color blends in so well with the ground, sometimes you really have to stare at the photos to see them. I hope you enjoy the show. 

Please share any fun road trips you've recently taken!

 










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