South From Alaska

Just starting out

Becca and I got an early start on our explorations west of Tortugas Mountain this morning, but our trek was devoid of any interesting encounters with denizens of the northern Chihuahuan Desert.  Just as we were about to finish our hike, though, we bumped into JC and Olivia, a pair of snowbirds from way up north in Alaska.  We talked briefly about the Superbowl and the mental well-being of our current president before going our separate ways.

Checking the area ahead

Getting far out in front

There's no sneaking up on Becca

Extra tall Soaptree Yucca

Follow that trail

Way out west of the mountains

Torrey Yuccas

Sky over the Sunset Area parking lot

JC and Olivia preparing for their morning hike