Monthly Archives: May 2013

the road to Animas Forks and other ghost towns

Animas Forks, Colorado May 28, 2013 Our drive from Durango to the historic old mining town of Animas Forks took in many amazing Colorado vistas. Stopping at the Rt. 550 overpass, we watched the morning stream train chuffing it’s way … Continue reading

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Riding the narrow gauge rails

Durango and Silverton, Colorado May 22, 2013 I had the pleasure to take a ride on a historic, coal-fired, steam-powered train through the backcountry wilderness of the San Juan Mountains of southwest Colorado. It was an amazing journey with echoes … Continue reading

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Mesa Verde NP and the Canyon of the Ancients

Cortez, Colorado May 9, 2013 Mesa Verde National Park is one of few places where one can travel back in time. It is an area where imagination can predominate the views. Approaching the park, the first glimpse is of Point … Continue reading

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