Ancell Barber and Annie Johnson shield their eyes from the sun as they watch swallows flying around their nest. The two were part of the Butler Blue Bird Trail hike, sponsored by the San Juan Mountains Association.

Looking for wildlife, hikers explore the Butler Blue Bird Trail near Dolores. About 25 kids joined the hiuke, sponsored by the San Juan Mountains Association Stewards of The Land.

Lex Potisk and Eric McAllister check out mushrooms on the Dolores blue bird hike. The two were part of the Butler Blue Bird Trail hike.