Source: Dave Guttenfelder

He is a photographer usually covering conflict zones like Syria, Israel/Palestine, Ukraine

An ancient astronomical sundial at Jaipur, India

The fact that it's behind fences, next to gravel, dirt, trash. The only flowers are the ones that are painted on the wall says a lot. The hope we have is the hope that we create.

We're supposed to get 8-12 inches of snow between tomorrow afternoon and Sunday, so I went to make sure Sandy's blanket was okay and that she has enough of her supplements to last until I'm not snowed in.

Photo credit to /u/Blue_G_Productions on that other site.

Easy, 1.26 mi out and back

249 ft elevation gain

Hiked 4/5/24

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A short and simple hike to a small riverfront beach at the entrance to a large canyon formed by the Rio Grande. Featuring views of a small lush oasis along the US-Mexico border, as well as wild horses, this hike is one of many great locations to watch the sunset at Big Bend National Park.

A vast open desert plain leads to a distant butte which spans the photo. From this distance, different bands of light brown and dark grey rock material may be seen under a partially cloudy sky.

An open yellow flower with red-orange interior may be seen growing on the end of a Beavertail cactus, with long, spiky thorns surrounding it.

A dusky white, wild horse peeks out from the bushes and gives the crazy eye. Got a pretty good mutual spook when I first walked past this unseen horse as we were both unaware of each other.

He hates snow. We're gonna get 8-10 inches.

Moderate, 8.04 mi loop 1,932 ft elevation gain Hiked 4/3/24

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Combining sections of four trails to make a loop, this trail takes you to the highest point in the Tuscon Mountains. Along the way you'll pass a small collection of petroglyphs, a small stone building, and abundant flora and fauna. With all of the elevation gain, the trail sports fantastic views.

A bee forages inside of a blooming pink flower on a Hedgehog cactus.

A steep hillside lined with purple wildflowers in bloom. In the distance the peak of the trail may be seen rising up.

A view back down the ridge to gt to the peak of the hike. Switchbacks may be seen on the hill to the left before heading along the ridge on the right.