MarkRobinson

Thanks, that was helpful!

I'm inclined to think this is a fir rather than a spruce species, and given the elevation and location Sub-alpine Fir is seeming most likely

Perfect, thanks!

Hi Ryan, could you help me understand how you were able to tell? I'm struggling a little with identifying the key field marks here

Thanks, wouldn't have thought of dung beetle. That's exciting.
Trying to share a (slightly) better view but The photos keep getting truncated after reloading and centering better.

Thank you

Thanks, Grove snail looks good!

Was in the Wenas valley, a mix of ponderosa pine and scrub/sagebrush habitat. Found under a log.