Altered Track Sunday

At the trailhead

Because there were several vehicles parked at the Tellbrook/Sonoma Ranch lot when Willow and I arrived at the trailhead we decided to alter our route; it made sense later when we heard dogs barking to the east.  My guess is that it was a search and rescue exercise, but no way to be sure.  We hiked north down LDR-A arroyo, crossed the Tellbrook and then explored side arroyos where we've often hiked before.  Both of us enjoyed the outing very much.

The long view of Tortugas and the Organs

Robledo Mountains and Doña Ana Mountains on the horizon

Willow leading the way

Dayflowers again

Large ocotillo to the southwest

Tellbrook Arroyo

Side arroyo

Sacred Datura

Willow on break

 

Bushwhacking toward Tortugas and the Organs

Dog and man

Variegated Meadowhawk

Willow having a rest in the Tellbrook Arroyo