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Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Windy Hike


The wind kept the temperature moderate this morning as Becca and I plied the west side of the mountain. First thing we did was run into the Rolling Stones.

Small mesquites growing on the western flank of Tortugas Mountain.

Larger mesquite trees in a sandy arroyo bottom.

A triple barrel cactus--Three Dog Night?

Beautiful Soaptree Yuccas in blossom.

1 comment:

Dr. K said...

You've been listening to that Golden Oldies station again.

Unwelcome Weather Change

1st 2:  yesterday afternoon view of Tortugas and the Organs Really icky out there this morning:  sunny, hot, very humid--the exact opposite ...