Getting Even Toastier

Wils

I didn't wear a jacket this morning, and I felt a bit chilly during the first part of the hike; Willow was perfectly warm with her regular coat.  We did our usual trek seeing no outdoor enthusiasts during our outing.  When we were done we spotted Mr. and Mrs. Basset and their hounds headed our way on the upper flatland road.  To avoid an awkward encounter we backed up and drove the CR-V back out the way we'd come in to the trailhead.

Ancient Soaptree Yucca in the left branch arroyo

Yuccas on a ridge

This yucca flowered a lot since yesterday

This & next 6:  same Claret Cup Cactus

 

On break

Distant blooming yucca

Desert Marigold and friend