Wednesday, December 11, 2019

Desert Hike

Ajo, Arizona - December 11, 2019

I'm starting to get into a routine finally.  Got up around 7:30 again.  I like getting up after the sun.  It was already feeling nice with a little cloud cover, but I could see it wouldn't be long before it would be blue skies again.  Calling for another upper 60s day and I love those.

We fixed breakfast and I drank three cups of coffee while reading and responding to a number of blogs I follow.  Then it was about noon and nice and warm outside.  

We decided to drive southwest on Darby Well Road into the desert towards Organ Pipe National Monument.  Took a few photos of the view along the roadway.


We only went about 10 miles and stopped to take a hike up to some rock formations so I could get a better view of my surroundings.  I can't climb the big mountains, so this one will have to do.
As we exited the Jeep, it was deathly quiet and serene.  Something about the desert gives me that calm and relaxed feeling.

We headed towards the rocks and of course there are no paths.  You just try to find the easiest way.  The terrain is all loose rock and I forgot to bring a walking stick.  My balance isn't what it used to be, even just two years ago.


Up we went with Yuma leading the way.  Before I got to the top, I slipped and cut my wrist and banged my camera against the ground.  Only fell once, so I must have learned something.

 Zoomed in on the Little Ajo Mountains in the distance north of me.


Yuma is looking south across the desert.
 Looking east now.  Our MH is about 10 miles in that direction.
 Looking south towards the National Monument about 15 miles.
 Me looking to the North.

 Heading back to the Jeep now.
Took a few more on the way back to the MH.  I believe those are near the town of Ajo and are in the Little Ajo Mountain range.  I'm looking north.



Dead cactus arch just big enough for Yuma to walk through.  But he wouldn't.
Took this one just to show you how many Saguaro Cactus there are out here.

Tonight there is a big full moon.  I got a picture as it just appeared as a dark yellow globe and then later when it was completely dark.  Big difference in colors.

Had a wonderful steak dinner tonight.  Almost burned the MH down when the grease in the skillet caught fire.  Yuma wasn't about to save me.  He jumped off the couch and headed for the door.  Luckily, I had a cover nearby and placed it over the skillet and the fire went out.  Maybe, I had better stick with Dolly's cooking.

See you later.

27 comments:

  1. Sounds like you had a mostly relaxing, calm day. Super pics. Glad it's warm. Beautiful moon shots!

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  2. Yupper! - stick with Dolly's cooking! Glad you were able to smother the fire quickly, lesson for all to keep a cover handy.
    Beautiful day on the trail , topped off with a nice moon rise.

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    1. Used a skillet too small for the steak and grease spilled when turning it over. Learned another lesson. It was a beautiful day.

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  3. The field of cactus you pictured at Organ Pipe Cactus, they grow as more of a cluster of arms from the base. Great picture!
    Becki

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    1. Thanks John. Will get down to Organ Pipe Monument soon and take pictures.

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  4. Such wonderful serene vistas thanks for sharing the views we love,
    Glad you are able to control that fire.

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  5. Yep, that definitely looks like one of our favorite areas alright. Wished we were there.

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    1. Wish you were too. Hope you're able to get some moon shots.

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  6. That looks like quite the hike! With it being warm I'd be scared of rattlesnakes being out and about...not for me. Nice that you were able to get the fire out quickly and save your steak. Love all the pictures it's so pretty.

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    1. Thank you. I worry a little, but more for Yuma. Steak was saved thank goodness.

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  7. You had a little bit of bad luck today with the cut wrist & grease fire. Maybe good to get that out of your system before Friday the 13th.!! Lots of good photos of Yuma - he makes a good scout. You are both getting toughened up to the desert again after missing it last year. Love that full moon. It was shinning in Ohio too but it's not the same - not even close. LOL. 😎

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    1. Thank you Moonfly. If that is all the bad luck for the winter I'll be happy. Glad to know to be careful on Friday. No cooking on the stove for me.

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  8. I especially love the pictures of Yuma. He was admiring his kingdom! Did you get to watch Survivor? I was sad with the ending. Some people never learn.

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    1. Thanks Elva. Yuma loves hiking and exploring. I wasn't able to watch last night but Dolly filled me in. I liked Elaine. She was pretty savvy. That probably was the problem. Wonder what got Handsey Dansey knocked off.

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  9. Beautiful pictures as always. There is such a nice variety of Cacti in that area but the saguaros are the best.
    I keep trying to find the right setting to take the great moonshots you do. Sounds like another perfect day.

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    1. Thanks Deb. When it comes T9 settings Al is the man. I only know automatic and a little about editing. Hope to make it to Organ Pipe soon for more cactus pictures.

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  10. Wonderful views. Maybe put the walking stick in the Jeep so you have it whenever you go out. Glad it was a minor slip without too much damage to you or your equipment.
    Now you know to be more careful with the grease, I think you'll do just fine cooking. Keep having fun!

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  11. Grease is the word. Got to be careful. I just put the stick in the Jeep. Thanks for reminding me. Each year I have to learn everything all over again 😂 especially after two years.

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  12. Doug, re:Survivor...The info they showed at the very end said...Dan had been removed from the show & the island for an incident which happened off camera & Not with one of the players. Apparently, a lot of people already thought he should have been removed weeks ago for touching women too much. Anyway, he must have tried something weird with a camera woman or assistant. Bye

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