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Hiking at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve
April 22, 2014
Heather L
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Hiking at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

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Daddy got Munchkin a new pack and some hiking boots for her birthday, so we thought it would be a good idea to try them out by heading over to Big Morongo Canyon Preserve after church on Sunday. According to Munchkin, the boots are much better than her old ones even with them not being completely broken in yet. Unfortunately, the pack ended up not working out, but it’s better to find that out on a shorter hike than a long hike. We’re back to looking for a pack that will work for our girl. We enjoyed hiking in an…

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Exploring Joshua Tree: Eureka PeakEureka Peak Pan Shot 1
August 6, 2013
Heather L
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Exploring Joshua Tree: Eureka Peak

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We’d been working quite hard at getting the house unpacked and set up the last couple of weeks, so Saturday afternoon D decided that it was time to go do something fun. We stopped by one of the Joshua Tree National Park entrances to talk to one of the park rangers to get an idea of what all was available as well as pick up a park map. The park ranger that we talked to was extremely enthusiastic about the park and the activities there, so it was easy to get excited about exploring everything. Because we were getting started…

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Grand Canyon – Ooh Aah PointOoh Aah Point Grand Canyon
June 9, 2012
Heather L
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Grand Canyon – Ooh Aah Point

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When I looked down from the top of the South Kaibab Trailhead into the canyon, I saw the dusty trail ahead. Obviously, when you hike down into the canyon, you eventually have to hike back up. I was not looking forward to that hike back up. Nope, not in any way, shape, or form. I knew that it was not going to be easy. So, I chose not to think about that and just enjoy the views on the way down. Denial – it can be a beautiful thing – at least for a little while. **grin** We took our…

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Grand Canyon: South Kaibab TrailheadGrand Canyon South Kaibab Trail
June 8, 2012
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Grand Canyon: South Kaibab Trailhead

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We originally thought that we were going to be heading to Yosemite National Park for our Memorial Day vacation, but it turns out that unless you get in reservations early – really early – that you’re not getting a camping spot. At least, you’re not getting a spot that will work for a 5th wheel trailer. Since we take the dogs with us and they’re not allowed on most trails, they need to be able to stay in the trailer. Tent camping wasn’t an option this trip. Anywho… we decided to head on up to the Williams, Az instead. We…

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Ferguson Lake & Rescue One Memorial
February 27, 2012
Heather L
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Ferguson Lake & Rescue One Memorial

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Daddy decided that we would take a short off-roading trip on Saturday afternoon, so we quickly loaded up the truck and headed out. While we had been to the general area before, we had never made it all the way back to Ferguson Lake. Ferguson Lake road snakes through the Imperial long-term visitor area where many snowbirds stay during the winter months and weaves through Senator Wash and some of the Chocolate Mountains until you arrive at the end of the road. There is nothing, but beautiful scenery, hiking trails, and wildlife once you arrive. Climbing to the top… Thankfully,…

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