Whole Hike Day

Crissal Thrasher in our mesquite tree (through window)

It was cool enough this morning due to intermittent clouds and a light breeze for Dr. K, Willow and I to do our regular route; times when the sun broke though the temperature rose, though I believe we're in the midst of slight cooling trend overall.  We saw a truck parked at the Tellbrook/Sonoma Ranch lot, but we never spotted any other outdoor enthusiasts.  The morning trek was good for getting exercise in; not so good for photographs.

This & next:  cholla

Yuccas, Mormon Tea, ocotillo, creosote bushes

Willow leads

Willow rests

Clouds over desert

Desert flora and the flank of Tortugas

Allthorn berries

 

Last 2:  barrel cactus with buds and flowers