I have started a new project which is exciting and overwhelming.  My father and I were allowed in the vault at the Dyche Museum of Natural History at the University of Kansas earlier this week. We were granted access because my father is the grandson of Charles Dean Bunker, one of the curators that worked side by side with Dyche when they created the panorama.

When entering the building, I thought it possible a book idea might arise; but I was so moved by my great-grandfather's story and contribution to the field, I knew someone needed to share his story.  Non-fiction is not my favorite genre/style, but the story needs to be written accurately.

A lot of research is needed, but I will make the time to find the facts.  Thankfully, my father has agreed to assist me in the research.  It is a tireless process.  Information will be comprised from his remaining field journals from the early 1900's and other journals and articles discovered so far.