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[OldBill]

Report said they crossed on a large log further upstream. Probably stil the safest local option, without very low water levels.

 

[OldBill]

Thought I'd make my subpar addition to this collection of BCP member photographic stories. My most scenic hikes are in the Winds which are usually solo & I can't take selfies. Recently visited NM with my girlfriend. Posted the Pecos backpack. She also wanted to climb Wheeler (tallest pt in NM at 13,167'). I'm not big into peak bagging, but wanted to test my torn hip further to make sure I survive my Winds trip with @Bob this year.

We took the Williams L trail from the Taos Ski Resort so about 2900' gain. One reason I'm not keen on just climbing peaks is that the view is usually less than optimal by the time you get there. Reality doesn't equal the advertising. We had smoke from fires and storms building in, but went for it just for the exercise if nothing else.

Decent views after the first few miles


My best @scatman expression.


Early June, so lots of flowers






Views back towards the ski resort


This marmot seemed amused by the humans on the trail (appearing only as specks below) though he's keeping one eye on me.


Nearing the peak



It was hazy and the clouds were building by the time we got to the top, but 360 views were still good. Had to smile for the summit shot.



The hardest part for me was the return downhill- the damaged hip does not like that extra impact. Took my time and a few anti-inflammatories later had no major problems. Progress from not being able to walk 50' in January.

 

[scatman]

Thought I'd make my subpar addition to this collection of BCP member photographic stories. My most scenic hikes are in the Winds which are usually solo & I can't take selfies. Recently visited NM with my girlfriend. Posted the Pecos backpack. She also wanted to climb Wheeler (tallest pt in NM at 13,167'). I'm not big into peak bagging, but wanted to test my torn hip further to make sure I survive my Winds trip with @Bob this year.

We took the Williams L trail from the Taos Ski Resort so about 2900' gain. One reason I'm not keen on just climbing peaks is that the view is usually less than optimal by the time you get there. Reality doesn't equal the advertising. We had smoke from fires and storms building in, but went for it just for the exercise if nothing else.

Decent views after the first few miles
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My best @scatman expression.
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Early June, so lots of flowers
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Views back towards the ski resort
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This marmot seemed amused by the humans on the trail (appearing only as specks below) though he's keeping one eye on me.
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Nearing the peak
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It was hazy and the clouds were building by the time we got to the top, but 360 views were still good. Had to smile for the summit shot.
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The hardest part for me was the return downhill- the damaged hip does not like that extra impact. Took my time and a few anti-inflammatories later had no major problems. Progress from not being able to walk 50' in January.
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Nice shots @OldBill. It must have taken years of practice to get that Scatman smile down. @Rockskipper hasn't been teaching you the ways of Scat has she?