During the field season, from about May through September, CNHP ecologists, botanists, and zoologists are racking up the miles, traveling to sites all over Colorado. Here is a typical commute, and some tips on what to expect:
First, the morning rush hour-
When is a cow not a cow? When it is a road hog! (ba-dum-bump)
Plan for delays-
A spare tire is your best friend. Plus, any day you don’t go over a cliff is a good day indeed.
Stay on designated roads, even if those roads are, well, mud-
“I know I have a car-wash coupon around here somewhere.”
Once out of the car, remember to take all the necessary gear with you, because you don’t want to have to go back-
“Are we there yet?”
What the field office lacks in amenities, it makes up for in fresh air and sunshine-
…and bugs and wind and, oh look, it’s those cows again.
