Siestas and Shade Breaks

A mid-afternoon nap at our place

Becca and I took a long hike west of the Tortoise this morning, a trek of several hours.  We saw, perhaps, four or five other outdoor enthusiasts on and about the mountain, though we had no direct encounters with any of them.  Becca and I like it that way.  Hope that doesn't make us sound like misanthropes.  (Dr. K is sure to pop up and confirm my misanthropy.)  :)

Looking back toward the Sunset Parking lot

A large mass of Prickly Pear Cactus

The "pears" are still green

Happy on the trail

Heading down the single-track

Long expanse of desert between here and the Organ Mountains

To the southwest

A shady break while heading back in

Becca's favorite Ocotillo has yet to leaf out