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Thursday, July 2, 2009

Brutal but Beautiful Hike


This morning was hot AND humid, and Becca and I suffered a little on the hike. But it was worth it for the scenery. Here's an example: A Barrel Cactus and its buddy, a Devil's Head (aka Horse Crippler) about to bloom.

The new observatory on the top of Tortugas Mountain, ominous clouds overhead.

A late-blooming Ocotillo adds vibrant color to the desert.

A tall Ocotillo in front of Tortugas.



An Ocotillo stand in the mountain foothills.

1 comment:

Dr. K said...

Beautiful orange-red color of the ocotillo.

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