Colorado Springs

We are now in Colorado Springs staying with Liz and Brian.  About a week ago we arrived at Mesa Verde National Park and enjoyed a very uncrowded campground and some great hiking around the Pueblo Ruins.  I especially enjoyed my tour of the Balcony House and our subsequent hike out onto the opposing mesa over Soda Canyon for a distant view of the reconstructed house.

We also enjoyed our first elaborate camping meal cooked over a wood fire.

Ever cook in knee pads?

You can view the Mesa Verde pictures here:

Mesa Verde

Then it was on to Durango and a great visit with Jim and Nancy Holland from the sailing vessel  Summer Breeze.  Carol and I met them in Marathon Fl where we were mooring ball neighbors.  We enjoyed staying with them in their home along the Animas River and a camping trip to a national forest overlooking Ouray Colorado.  After breaking camp, Jim took me on a four wheel drive adventure back to Silverton Co over the high peaks up to 1300 feet.  A truly amazing ride.

Carol, Nancy and Jim overlooking Ouray from the campground

You can see pictures from our visit with Jim and Nancy here:

Jim and Nancy