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Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Perfect Weather

The sinuous foothills of Tortugas Mountain
The weather this morning was perfect for a hike around Tortugas (Tortoise) Mountain:  temps in the low-50s, a slight breeze, and brilliant sunshine.  Hiking apparel:  shorts, a short-sleeve shirt, and a light windbreaker--and a healthy coat of white fur with black circles.

Early-morning clouds over Tortugas


Scouting the trail ahead


Ligh and shadow on the mountain's west side


Tortugas and the Organ Mountains


Curvaceous clouds over the Organs

A dirt road leads south toward the mountains


Torrey Yucca blocks the sun


1 comment:

Dr. K said...

That's a little chilly for shorts, if you ask me (which you didn't).

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