Category Archives: Nature
After the Storm
We hiked a different Nature Preserve trail today, and although it was fairly dry, there was lots of evidence of strong water run-off from yesterday’s … Read more...
Heavy Hail Hike
A solo hike this afternoon, despite mostly cloudy skies. Had not been on this trail in several months, and was once again amazed by the … Read more...
Capulin Canyon
Despite lower water levels, and therefore more mudflats and strong currents to negotiate, we paddled some 9 miles upriver. The canyon is only occasionally visited, … Read more...
Another Sweaty Climb
An outstanding day hiking off trail in the Nature Preserve, despite the heat. We explored several new areas, and then ascended strenuously to just below … Read more...
Fleurs du Samedi
Wildflowers, Rocks, and Birds
Today’s Rio Grande trip was quite strenuous due to lower water and strong currents, but we went about 5 miles upstream to Cochiti Canyon for … Read more...
Soaring
A marvelous off-trail adventure amongst the rock cliffs. The trees, shrubs, lichens, cacti, and rock formations are awesome expressions of Nature, Earth, and Spirit, and … Read more...
Fleurs du Matin
Helter Swelter
Another amazing off-trail adventure in the Nature Preserve, despite temps in the 90’s. We explored a few new areas, and then climbed up to the … Read more...