Thanks to Shade and Wind

Sacramentos early

This morning's hike in the forest behind the cabin was surprisingly good; Dr. K, Willow and I had the benefit of the shade from junipers and pines, and a steady light wind that provided decent evaporative cooling.  We did our regular route, my gimpy knees not complaining too much.  We delighted in seeing a Flame Skimmer dragonfly or two during the outing, and I got a photo of a New Mexico Whiptail.  All in all a very good outing.

Mountain dog

This way

Come what may

All dragonflies are Flame Skimmers

New Mexico Whiptail

This & next:  Willow catching flies

Sun through huge juniper