Saturday in the Desert

Water tank and Pichacho (Sp. = "peak") Peak

We had several encounters with mountain bikers and joggers on the mountain this morning.  Quite a few people were out getting their daily exercise.  Now that New Mexico State University is back in session a good many of the outdoor enthusiasts are students and faculty from the college.  That's as things should be.

Yucca, Ocotillo and Hominid shadows

Bushed after bushwhacking

Yuccas, Ocotillos and Prickly Pears populating the Tortugas foothills