Three deer frequent Silverking Lodge this year—one two-year old buck, and two does. The buck, although shy of most people, eats out of the hand of a few familiar people. They stay out of trouble most of the time, but we caught them getting into a box of nectarines last week, and they really seem to love the cabbage that was intended for the guests. I guess we’ll wait for that coleslaw.

Lynn Elliott is back for her 14th season as the cook at Silverking Lodge. Home-made bread and cookies every day are her trademark as well as delicious food for every meal. Lynn has taken on some management responsibilities this year to lighten Kirk's load a bit. She's doing a fabulous job. Thanks to her recipe-sharing philosophy--she shares willingly. You may be making "a bit of heaven" at home too. In response to a comment like, "Lynn, this is really good!" you will hear, "Good and good for you."

A new trail was blazed into the woods behind the lodge in June. The Evezich crew of six built 260 feet of beautifully crafted boardwalk ending in an octagonal deck. The walkway curves through the woods and is wheelchair accessible. The plan is to build more onto the project next year ending at some huge old cedar trees on the west side of the property. The deck will serve as the midpoint of the walkway. Many thanks to Louis, Scott, Kurt, Kelly, Ryan and Chad!!

Ellis and Geri Jonas accompanied by their son, Dan visited Silverking in August. Ellis and Geri both worked at the lodge many years ago. So good to see friend who just keep coming back.

Shara Dursteler (St. George, UT), Emily Anderson (Gilbert, AZ), Jen Alverson (Ketchikan, AK), Tyler Jasper (Kemmerer, WY), and Andrew Keiser (Kemmerer, WY) are the crew this year at Silverking. And we can’t forget Lynn “Cookie” Elliott, in the kitchen.

A monster of a king salmon was caught in June this year. Bob's fish weighed at 45 lbs. He hit the last of the king salmon run just right.