Field notes, v1377
Page 491
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Journal R.E.Johnson 1967 88 July 19 Two Pan, Wallowa Co., Oregon to Seven Devils Campground, Idaho Co., Idaho (cont.) (8407 ft) Heavens Gate Vista Point, from which one can see 4 states & much topography as well as get a good view of the higher pks of the Seven Devils Mtus. The Vista Pt. is a rocky pt. with an open White- bark Pine Forest growing around it. Flowers include Yarrow, Cinquefoil, Hairbell, Alumroot, Phlox, Eriogonum, Sedum, Lousewort, Castilleja, Penstemon, Everlasting, Lupine, Jacobs Ladder, plus gooseberry, sedges & rushes. Glacier Lilies had mostly gone to seed. At 7:45 PM an Oregon Juncos was singing. Chipping Sparrows & Mtn. Chickadees were also seen. Pocket Gophers working were common. July 20 Seven Devils Campground, Idaho Co., Idaho Clouds passing over in early morning (7-9 AM) and in afternoon (2 PM on). Left camp late (8:50 AM) & headed up the Fishermans trail from campsite 4 toward the spring. It leads to a cirque with snow in it, a temporary opening in the timber where Buttercups & Red Heather grow. A Pika was heard. The trail goes to the right & mounts the top of the ridge which is covered with White-bark Pine. Chipping Sparrows & Mtn. Bluebirds feed on the ground under the trees and a Robin was heard. A Blue Grouse was seen also. From this vantage point Mirror Lake can be seen. The trail continues along the ridge & is marked by