The Chilling Wind

On the road that circles Tortugas Mountain

It was 30 F with a wind chill of 22 F when Dr. K, Becca and I struck out for Tortugas (Tortoise) Mountain.  Even though it was partly sunny the persistent wind had quite a bite to it, so much so that we shortened the hike by several miles.  We only saw two other people out this morning:  two runners who were making their way counterclockwise around Tortugas.  Despite the raw conditions we got in our daily exercise and enjoyed being in the great outdoors together.

High grassland

The distant Organ Mountains

Eastern flank of Tortugas

Band of blue sky

Striking across the Tortoise's foothills

Heading back toward the Organs

The rugged Organ Mountains