My first job with the National Park Service was at Moraine Park campground in Rocky Mountain National Park. Rocky is a beautiful park situated just over an hour from Denver, Colorado. I fell in love with Moraine Park the first time I saw it and swore I would return. Five years later I reported to work there. It is one of the most special places on earth to me so it was with great sadness that I learned that Moraine Park is currently on fire. Work with the NPS has led me away but I will return. I will forever consider Colorado my home.
The 'Fern Lake Fire', as it is being called, started a couple of months ago in a more remote area of the park. Fern Lake is a beautiful spot as well. The fire has spread to encompass over 3,500 acres in the last few days. The town of Estes Park is now in danger. I hope it is subdued before it reaches town. As for the park, it will survive. Nature renews.
In honor of the beautiful place that I call home I would like to share some old pictures of Moraine Park.
