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| Soaptree Yucca stalks 
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Decided to change up our routine this morning by hiking up to First Arroyo, a trek we haven't done in months.  In the doing I was reminded of why we've chosen not to take that route:  the condition of the road--although today it was firmer from recent rains--and the chance that hikers might be approaching from the south, which they were today.
In order to avoid the two outdoor enthusiasts Willow, Frio and I had to bushwhack eastward through a series of adjoining arroyos that led us back to the Tellbrook Arroyo.  We then followed the arroyo that parallels LDR-A back into the upper flatland.
Aside from the Heelers nearly ripping my arms out of their shoulder sockets when twice they tried to pursue a fleeing jackrabbit it wasn't a bad outing.  The temperature was surprisingly comfortable even though it was 39F at start; 57F when we finished up.
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| Tortugas and the Organ Mountains 
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| Rabbit! | 
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| Entering First Arroyo 
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| This & next:  Willow and Frio relaxing in First Arroyo 
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| Heading out of First Arroyo 
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| Last 2: mesquite leaves w/ Soaptree Yucca leaves as backdrop 
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1 comment:
I like both of those photos of Willow and Frio relaxing in the arroyo. Relaxing is something they're both very good at.
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