Overnight stop
28. elokuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 68 °F
The skies were beautiful on our drive and we pulled over to see the sunset. There was another storm coming in so decided to stay for the night. We were close to UFO watchtower but didn't see muchLue lisää
Beautiful sunrise
29. elokuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 50 °F
A fairly quiet night and we were up before sunrise. A few stretches - do you spy a camouflaged eagle? We made tea and were on the road by 7:15 am!
Great Sand Dunes National Park
29. elokuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 54 °F
We entered the park before the visitor's center was open so headed straight to the picnic area for breakfast with a view. Then we took a barefoot hike on the sand with Duncan, turning around as soonLue lisää
Mosca Pass Trail
29. elokuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 64 °F
We decided to escape the afternoon heat on the mostly shaded/higher elevation Mosca Pass trail. It was a toll road in the late 1800s which cost about $50 in today's dollars. After lunch of veggies andLue lisää
Full moon dunes hike
29. elokuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ 🌙 59 °F
Back to the picnic area for shade and a nap. We made a vegan jambalaya for dinner and then back to the dunes for a nearly full moon hike. It was easier without the heat, but still difficult going upLue lisää
Restless Night Stop
29. elokuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ 🌙 59 °F
We found a lovely stop just off the main road on BLM land on the way to Zapata Falls. The location was quiet enough, but we were not level and a creature was making noise all night outside/inside theLue lisää
Zapata Falls
30. elokuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
We woke up and drove to the Zapata Falls trailhead. Had a lovely breakfast with alley view and did the short hike (1 mi rt) with peaks of Great Sand Dunes to the river crossing several times to reachLue lisää
Pass Creek playground
30. elokuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
We found a beautiful large site in the Rio Grande National Forest above Pass Creek where we had room to play. The sunsets and night sky were beautiful. We took Zumi to Tucker Ponds and the restroomLue lisää
Treasure Falls
1. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F
We enjoyed the short 0.7 mile trail to Treasure Falls. The valley overlook was more of the bus than valley due to tree growth at the end.
Camping on lower Piedra River
1. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 77 °F
Found a nice spot near the river shortly before dark. Road was deeply rutted but we cautiously made our way to a level spot right off the river. Very quiet night. Total 55 miles. Enjoyed a walk in theLue lisää
Haviland Lake
3. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 64 °F
We had a fun day exploring Durango (sadly no pictures). Our friend, Indigo, recommended this beautiful lake to us. We enjoyed frozen mint non-dairy dessert at sunset and then camped just down theLue lisää
Animas City Mountain Hike
4. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 64 °F
We finally got our CO hiking legs! 1441' elevation change on 5.75 mile loop with amazing views.
Dinner & Apricot Picking with Indigo
4. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 68 °F
We visited our friend Indigo who we met treehouse building near Austin, TX and camped at RTR & Skooliepalooza in AZ together. It was great to reconnect at Indigo's apartment and get a shower before aLue lisää
Home Depot overnight
4. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ 🌙 61 °F
Durango is tough for overnight parking, but we were alright in the Home Depot and had a nice view in the morning. Totals 31 miles for Bliss, 6+ miles for us and $120.91 for groceries.
Turtle Lake Refuge Lunch
5. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F
We enjoyed a lovely wild crafted and local farm vegan lunch at Turtle Lake Refuge. It was worth staying in town as they are only open between 11:11 and 2:22 on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Tico Time River Resort
5. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 81 °F
After filling up with gas right across the NM border, we turned left to arrive at Tico Time River Resort. This is our home for the next couple of weeks as we participate in Unison and SerenityLue lisää
Unison Festival
7. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ 🌬 86 °F
We cleaned up landscaping fabric off the beach area and set up several large tents on Wednesday and were ready for a busy festival starting Thursday evening. We enjoyed several great workshops andLue lisää
Serenity Festival
14. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☁️ 66 °F
We had an amazing Somatic Sharing workshop that started right after a hail storm! One participant said it was "next level yoga" and we are honored to bring the connection activities out to the world.Lue lisää
San Juan Forest Rd 316
18. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F
Beautiful peaceful campsite with amazing stars and meteors. We went through a hail/sleet storm to get here so the clear skies were especially special.
Mesa Verde Visitor Center
19. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 55 °F
Wonderful visitor center! We picked up a 3D magnet and eclipse glasses. $6.70
Park Point Overlook
19. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 66 °F
Lovely 360 degree views and explanation of Dine cardinal directions.
Geological Overlook
19. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 66 °F
More great views and info and the only trail Duncan could join us in the park.
Museum and Spruce Tree House
19. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 68 °F
A few interesting exhibits and overlook of the closed Spruce Tree House.
Cliff Palace
19. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 72 °F
Lunch of leftover Asian peanut noodles in picnic area and short walk to Cliff Palace overlook.
Balcony House Tour
19. syyskuuta 2023, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 73 °F
Ranger Tony provided a great tour of Balcony House and the canyon that was home to ancient Puebloans prior to developing new Pueblos. The ladders and tunnels provided some excitement to the tour. $16Lue lisää

















































































































