Author Archives: Merilee

The Yellowstone Experience

Posted on August 8. 2016 by Merilee

West Yellowstone, MT August 8, 2016 We have been exploring the Yellowstone National Park and finding many great landscapes and wildlife. Staying near the west entrance gives us the opportunity to drive along the beautiful Madison River. One of the … Continue reading →

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on the road again

Posted on July 24. 2016 by Merilee

Mexican Hat, Utah The Valley of the Gods We are happily back on the road again after a much needed break. Did not exactly escape the heat of Phoenix in Monument Valley where is was over 100 degrees. Headed to … Continue reading →

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December in the arboretum

Posted on December 22. 2015 by Merilee

December 21, 2015 Superior, Arizona I had the pleasure of roaming the paths of the Boyce Thompson Arboretum today. It feels like late fall here in the desert but the calendar says the first day of winter. There were not … Continue reading →

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Moab contrasts

Posted on October 9. 2015 by Merilee

Moab, Utah October 9, 2015 As we prepare to depart from Moab, I wanted to leave you with some of my impressions. Welcome to Mars. The red rock is always a thrill to see. A lonely cottonwood stands in the … Continue reading →

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Fall in Moab

Posted on September 30. 2015 by Merilee

Moab, Utah September 29, 2015 One of the best drive near Moab to view fall aspens and scrub oak colors is the La Sal Loop. We took a side trip up to Oowah Lake in the Manti La Sal National … Continue reading →

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Colorado gold

Posted on September 20. 2015 by Merilee

September 19, 2015 Silverton to Ironton Park, Colorado We enjoyed a beautiful foliage ride starting from Ironton Park up Corkscrew Gulch to the Animas Loop. The foliage colors are coming out strong. The Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge steam train stopping … Continue reading →