A challenging and joyous solo off-trail hike today amongst the huge rocks, trees, shrubs, cacti, and other outpourings of Nature. There are always new things … Read more...
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Windy Wednesday
20-25 mph winds and lots of clouds for my solo hike today, but that made it much less hot than the last few weeks. I … Read more...
Amongst the Soaring Cliffs
An amazing off-trail adventure in the Nature Preserve today. We climbed up steep slopes from the valley floor, and carefully traversed along and just below … Read more...
Along the Trail
Another solo excursion today in the Nature Preserve. The colorful rocks, amazing trees, vast vistas and solitude were deeply nourishing at all levels.
Solo Off Trail
Explored some new areas in an off-trail portion of the Nature Preserve today. It was quite strenuous, but the experience of Nature and the solitude … Read more...
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Tonight’s Sunset
Smoke from wildfires made it colorful and interesting.
First of June
A solo hike to start a new month. The extra three or so pounds (no partner to carry water, lunch, snacks, cellphone) made a definite … Read more...
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Sanchez Canyon
Less water in the river made for much stronger current in some areas, where the channel is narrower and cut more deeply. Lots of new … Read more...