First Day of Spring

Ramp it up

Dr. K, Becca and I did a long hike on the Bridal Veil Falls Trail this morning.  We didn't see one other hiker during the entire trek.  The weather was perfect--in the mid-50s for the duration.  While the falls wasn't running high it was quite beautiful nonetheless, giving nourishment to a large number of apricot trees blossoming there.  Make sure you check out part two of this post to see some videos of the adventure.

Commander waits at the trailhead

Bridge over Fresnal Creek

Long-abandoned railroad trestle

Juniper-studded hills, pine-covered mountains

Don't ever fall into this bush because . . .

it's Allthorn

This looks man made, but it isn't

We'll be down there soon

The happiest hiking companion

Headed to the falls

I'm always intrigued by this abandoned ranch in the middle of nowhere

Apricot trees blooming at the base of Bridal Veil Falls

Closeup of Apricot blossoms