Author Archives: Merilee

the park is open!

Posted on October 12. 2013 by Merilee

October 12, 2013 Moab, Utah Having waiting 11 days in Moab for Arches National Park to open,  I was at the park as the sun rose. The South Window as the sun hits the beautiful red rock was amazing. Have … Continue reading →

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Moab magic

Posted on October 4. 2013 by Merilee

Moab, Utah October 4, 2013 After receiving a lot of rain, Moab’s navajo sandstone has taken on a deeply saturated look.  Driving through Long Canyon on the way to Gemini Bridges, I was amazed at the change in the rock … Continue reading →

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end of the ride

Posted on October 2. 2013 by Merilee

Ouray, Colorado September 30, 2013 We are sadly saying farewell to Colorado.  Having spent spring, summer and fall in the high country, I thought I would leave you with some aspen gold. Snow came early, closing our beloved high mountain … Continue reading →

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Mineral Creek to Animas Forks

Posted on September 13. 2013 by Merilee

Ouray, Colorado September 13, 2013 Leaving early this morning, our intention was to run the Alpine Loop.  The morning light was wonderful as it lite up the ridge along Mineral Creek. One of the old abandoned mines near the junction … Continue reading →

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Yankee Boy and Governor Basins

Posted on September 11. 2013 by Merilee

Ouray, Colorado September 11, 2013 Two of the most popular destinations in Ouray are the beautiful Yankee Boy Basin and the nearby magnificent Governor Basin.  On a very overcast and drizzly morning, we headed up to the basins with Keith … Continue reading →

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Red Mountain Mining District

Posted on September 7. 2013 by Merilee

Ouray, Colorado September 6, 2013 The tour of the Red Mountain Mining district passes historic 1880 mines with names like  Cora Bell, Genessee, National Bell, Yankee Girl and the Longfellow.  The Yankee Girl mine was one of the great silver … Continue reading →

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