by Ken Sinay | Mar 13, 2026 | Field notes
On a sunny Montana day in a quiet backwater, a mama moose and her young bull move through the shallows with the kind of calm that asks us to slow down and really watch. There is no rush here, only a subtle and beautiful moment in the life of these animals as they...
by Ken Sinay | Mar 13, 2026 | Field notes
I originally shared this presentation through PechaKucha Bozeman, where the format encourages a brief but image-rich exploration of an idea. In this talk, Natural Awareness: From the Missouri Headwaters to the Yellowstone, I reflect on the ways landscape shapes...
by Ken Sinay | Jun 30, 2025 | Field notes
Recently, Interpretative Biologist and Yellowstone Guide Ken Sinay spotted a family of mink in a Greater Yellowstone river. In a rare daytime display, a mother and three kits interact while Ken watches from his boat. Mink are usually nocturnal, so this is an exciting...
by Ken Sinay | Nov 12, 2024 | Field notes
The Life and Legend of John Colter Embark on an epic journey of masterful storytelling as we explore the incredible adventures of John Colter, a true American frontiersman. John Colter, a pivotal figure in American exploration, was a member of the Lewis and Clark...
by Ken Sinay | Jan 26, 2024 | Field notes
Yellowstone National Park does not exist in an environmental vacuum. In many ways, it is an island surrounded by environmental issues that threaten the very resources the park is meant to protect. One of the most impressive things I have observed is how the park can...
by Ken Sinay | Jul 19, 2022 | Field notes, Yellowstone
Perhaps you’ve come to Montana to stay at a local resort for a week, attend a family wedding event, or you’re a “local” with out-of-town relatives visiting. In all cases, you’ll probably consider going to Yellowstone National Park. If so, you may try, like many...
