Images, not vandalism
Thoughts on why images are not vandalism. And reasons why people are calling them images rather than “rock art” as well. Read More …
Tag: Ancestral Pueblo
The gift of time – Part 1 – New Mexico
Two weeks of camping, hiking, and backpacking make for an enjoyable holiday season. We spent roughly a week in New Mexico. Read More …
Desert Gathering
Catching up with some friends in the desert. Read More …
Chimney Rock – Another visit
After our backpacking trip in the Weminuche, we thought a visit to Chimney Rock would be an excellent additional stop to this further part of the Colorado Plateau. Read More …
Birthday Bash – Desert to Mountains
A few days backpacking with friends and then spending the rest of the weekend hiking and camping with Joan. Two different environments but two enjoyable times. Read More …
Caves and old paths
A weekend in which we explored a cave, saw ancient structures, and again confirmed that what’s on a map does not always exist on the ground. Read More …
The Alcove
Our first backpacking trip of the year proved as memorable and previous ones. And double special as Joan received the OK from her PT. Read More …
Winter in canyon country
We enjoy our time in these canyons with the winter light, the cold air, and fewer people. Read More …
The once and future Bears Ears?
Exploring the former Bears Ears national monument. And wondering if it may become a national monument again? Read More …
Canyon exploration
Our usual weekend of poking around the red rock desert. Read More …
More of the ancient paths
Another weekend exploring a canyon not far from town that does not seem much visitation. But holds so much delight. Read More …
Backdoor into the canyon
Another Utah weekend for us where we hike, explore, and scout for future trips. Read More …
Backpacking in an ancient homeland
A three-day weekend spent backpacking and exploring a dense concentration of Ancestral Pueblo dwellings. Read More …
Three days of winter in the desert
Another memorable trip on the Colorado Plateau. Read More …
Hiking in the forgotten places
We hiked in a place often ignored for backpacking. And during winter we had it all to ourselves. Read More …
Quick Tips: Finding archaeological sites on your own
How to find arc sites on your own without GPX coordinates, map annotations, guidebooks, web sites, or social media. Read More …
Crack in the Rock Pueblo – Wupatki National Monument
We went on an NPS ranger-led hike to the “Crack in the Rock” Pueblo at Wupatki National Monument. . This article includes information on trip planning as well. Read More …
Walking into the past – Navajo National Monument
Spending Memorial Day Weekend hiking, camping, and backpacking at Navajo National Monument. We saw more wildflowers, scenic canyons, and ancient dwellings. Read More …