Arizona (Northern) 2010
Contains photos from Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, Death Valley, Grand Canyon, Petrified Forest and Painted Desert, Flagstaff, Meteor Crater, Sunset Crater Nat. Mon., and Walnut Canyon Nat. Mon.
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Kenny and Kris flew into Las Vegas on Aug. 20, 2010 to begin a 2-week vacation. We met his brother, Gordon there. After a quick visit to the Strip the first night, we made a "mandatory" stop at the famous Las Vegas sign. Photo by Gordon Light |
Kenny and Kris flew into Las Vegas on Aug. 20, 2010 to begin a 2-week vacation. We met his brother, Gordon there. After a quick visit to the Strip the first night, we made a "mandatory" stop at the famous Las Vegas sign. Photo by Gordon Light | 1408 |
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Las Vegas at nighttime is a crazy place. Even though business was down about 15%, the Strip was packed with people. There was all sorts of humanity there, the most obnoxious were the sleasy Hispanics who would pop cards at passing men with photos of "h... |
Las Vegas at nighttime is a crazy place. Even though business was down about 15%, the Strip was packed with people. There was all sorts of humanity there, the most obnoxious were the sleasy Hispanics who would pop cards at passing men with photos of "hot babes" wearing little more than stars printed on the areas of the body that are usually covered. | 1320 |
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This broken glass panel was on one of the elevated walkways over Las Vegas Boulevard. I thought it looked interesting! Sometimes I like to think outside the box! :) |
This broken glass panel was on one of the elevated walkways over Las Vegas Boulevard. I thought it looked interesting! Sometimes I like to think outside the box! :) | 1203 |
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I thought Las Vegas would be a good place to try out my new starlight filter. It gave the car lights an interesting effect! |
I thought Las Vegas would be a good place to try out my new starlight filter. It gave the car lights an interesting effect! | 1841 |
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You can't miss seeing Elvis when you are in Las Vegas! Here his "twin" gives a kiss to a bride for whom he had just performed a marriage. |
You can't miss seeing Elvis when you are in Las Vegas! Here his "twin" gives a kiss to a bride for whom he had just performed a marriage. | 1382 |
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People in Las Vegas will do about anything to make money! These two young women were dressed as Showgirls to pose on the sidewalk for tips. The whole Strip just seemed to be so "artificial"! |
People in Las Vegas will do about anything to make money! These two young women were dressed as Showgirls to pose on the sidewalk for tips. The whole Strip just seemed to be so "artificial"! | 1364 |
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Chuckwalla's Delight Bebbia juncea Boulder City,NV August 21, 2010 I found this plant growing at the Lake Mead visitor center. A Chuckwalla is a large western lizard. I'm not sure if they eat this plant or just how it g... |
Chuckwalla's Delight
Bebbia juncea
Boulder City,NV
August 21, 2010
I found this plant growing at the Lake Mead visitor center. A Chuckwalla is a large western lizard. I'm not sure if they eat this plant or just how it got its name! clr: 5-y |
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Beavertail cactus |
Beavertail cactus | 1196 |
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On Saturday we went to Hoover Dam to do the tour. |
On Saturday we went to Hoover Dam to do the tour. | 1280 |
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Hoover Dam is on the Arizona / Nevada border, Lake Mead has beautiful, clear blue water. |
Hoover Dam is on the Arizona / Nevada border, Lake Mead has beautiful, clear blue water. | 1327 |
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Kenny and Gordon out on the observation deck at Hoover Dam |
Kenny and Gordon out on the observation deck at Hoover Dam | 1276 |
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Hoover Dam hats |
Hoover Dam hats There was quite a collection of hats that had been blown from the heads of visitors to the dam out on the observation deck! | 1266 |
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The new bridge was just 2 months shy of being finished. It will allow drivers to bypass Hoover Dam. |
The new bridge was just 2 months shy of being finished. It will allow drivers to bypass Hoover Dam. | 1223 |
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Hoover Dam generators seen on the tour |
Hoover Dam generators seen on the tour | 1154 |
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Map of the inner workings of Hoover Dam. |
Map of the inner workings of Hoover Dam. | 1434 |
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We teased that it was "dam hot" at Hoover Dam where the temperature was 110 degrees F on the observation deck. |
We teased that it was "dam hot" at Hoover Dam where the temperature was 110 degrees F on the observation deck. | 1452 |
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Lake Mead is a beautiful oaisis in the desert. |
Lake Mead is a beautiful oaisis in the desert. | 1256 |
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Southern Nevada's landscape is ruggedly beautiful, but the lack of plants and so much brown was a bit depressing to me. |
Southern Nevada's landscape is ruggedly beautiful, but the lack of plants and so much brown was a bit depressing to me. | 1571 |
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Another scene of southeastern Nevada mountains |
Another scene of southeastern Nevada mountains | 1327 |
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Tumbleweed is very common in the west. It is actually Russian Thistle, it breaks off from the stem when it dries and then blows in the wind. |
Tumbleweed is very common in the west. It is actually Russian Thistle, it breaks off from the stem when it dries and then blows in the wind. | 3636 |
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Valley of Fire State Park has interesting formations in the sandstone, this one iss called Elephant Rock. |
Valley of Fire State Park has interesting formations in the sandstone, this one iss called Elephant Rock. | 1297 |
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An unknown flower from Valley of Fire State Park. I have looked in all of my wildflower books and can't find this one. |
An unknown flower from Valley of Fire State Park. I have looked in all of my wildflower books and can't find this one. | 1298 |
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Flat-topped Buckwheat Eriogonum fasciculatum Boulder City, NV August 21, 2010 |
Flat-topped Buckwheat Eriogonum fasciculatum Boulder City, NV August 21, 2010 | 1260 |
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Thick-leaved Ground Cherry Physalis crassifolia Valley Of Fire State Park, Nevada August 21, 2010 |
Thick-leaved Ground Cherry
Physalis crassifolia
Valley Of Fire State Park, Nevada
August 21, 2010
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Another shot of the Nevada landscape as we drove to Death Valley. |
Another shot of the Nevada landscape as we drove to Death Valley. | 2461 |
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Cell phone towers in the west are often disguised as trees. |
Cell phone towers in the west are often disguised as trees. | 1365 |
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I was surprised to see this cap cloud over the mountains as we drove through southeast California on our way to Death Valley. |
I was surprised to see this cap cloud over the mountains as we drove through southeast California on our way to Death Valley. | 1320 |
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The Death Valley sign was the first of several that we photographed as we traveled. |
The Death Valley sign was the first of several that we photographed as we traveled. | 1349 |
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There were lots of signs in Death Valley warning of the serious heat. It would be easy to die there if exposed to the high temperatures and low humidity without protection from a vehicle or shade of a building. |
There were lots of signs in Death Valley warning of the serious heat. It would be easy to die there if exposed to the high temperatures and low humidity without protection from a vehicle or shade of a building. | 1578 |
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A lava boulder with salt deposits near the entrance of Death Valley. |
A lava boulder with salt deposits near the entrance of Death Valley. | 1212 |
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The road to Dante's Peak in Death Valley had a very stark landscape, but lots of interesting rocks. |
The road to Dante's Peak in Death Valley had a very stark landscape, but lots of interesting rocks. | 1516 |
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Desert Milkweed Asclepias erosa Death Valley NP, California Aug. 22, 2010 |
Desert Milkweed
Asclepias erosa
Death Valley NP, California
Aug. 22, 2010
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This was our first taste of the colorful mountains in Deather Valley. |
This was our first taste of the colorful mountains in Deather Valley. | 1290 |
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Dantes View is one mile above Death Valley on the east side of the park. |
Dantes View is one mile above Death Valley on the east side of the park. | 1303 |
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Zabriski Point is a very colorful part of Death Valley although it was devoid of plants. |
Zabriski Point is a very colorful part of Death Valley although it was devoid of plants. | 1268 |
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More Zabriski Point colors |
More Zabriski Point colors | 1137 |
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This sign announces that you are at Sea Level in Death Valley. From this point everything is downhill! |
This sign announces that you are at Sea Level in Death Valley. From this point everything is downhill! | 1225 |
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The visitor center at Death Valley is at 190 feet below sea level. The thermometer shows the brutal temperature of 112 degrees. It was very windy here. We stopped to eat lunch and a gust blew away the lid to our styrofoam cooler. Believe me, it is NOT ... |
The visitor center at Death Valley is at 190 feet below sea level. The thermometer shows the brutal temperature of 112 degrees. It was very windy here. We stopped to eat lunch and a gust blew away the lid to our styrofoam cooler. Believe me, it is NOT fun to have to run and chase something in those temperatures! | 1175 |
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Death Valley is famous for the 20 Mule Teams that pulled the Borax wagons. It must have been brutal working in those mines! |
Death Valley is famous for the 20 Mule Teams that pulled the Borax wagons. It must have been brutal working in those mines! | 1237 |
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The Devil's Golfcourse is a bone dry plain of jumbled blocks of salt. I'm not sure even the Devil could play a round of golf there. |
The Devil's Golfcourse is a bone dry plain of jumbled blocks of salt. I'm not sure even the Devil could play a round of golf there. | 1258 |
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Badwater Basin is the lowest point in North America at 282 feet below sea level. This observation point is a popular place for tourists to record their visit! The area gets its name from the salt and mineral-laden water that oozes up f... |
Badwater Basin is the lowest point in North America at 282 feet below sea level. This observation point is a popular place for tourists to record their visit! The area gets its name from the salt and mineral-laden water that oozes up from a spring below the deck. The water is pretty and clear, but would be very distasteful, if not lethal, if drunk. | 1304 |
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Tiny, delicate Salt crystals at Badwater Basin. |
Tiny, delicate Salt crystals at Badwater Basin. | 1335 |
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I liked the multiple colors of this alluvial fan at Death Valley. This geological feature happens when rare rains and snowmelt wash rocks from the mountains above. |
I liked the multiple colors of this alluvial fan at Death Valley. This geological feature happens when rare rains and snowmelt wash rocks from the mountains above. | 1667 |
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Jimmyweed
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Jimmyweed Isocoma wrightii Shosone,CA August 22, 2010 This flower was seen near Death Valley. clr: 5-y |
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As we drove out of Death Valley we encountered some wild Hairpin curves like this one. |
As we drove out of Death Valley we encountered some wild Hairpin curves like this one. | 1316 |
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We arrived at Grand Canyon National Park near sunset, the best time of day for great shots of the shadows. |
We arrived at Grand Canyon National Park near sunset, the best time of day for great shots of the shadows. | 1134 |
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Buckwheat GCNP |
Buckwheat GCNP | 1358 |
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Fernbush Chamaebatiaria millefolium Grand Canyon NP, AZ |
Fernbush
Chamaebatiaria millefolium
Grand Canyon NP, AZ
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Poison Milkweed Asclepias subverticillata Grand Canyon NP, AZ August 23, 2010 |
Poison Milkweed
Asclepias subverticillata
Grand Canyon NP, AZ
August 23, 2010
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1800 |
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During the busy months, the main roads in the park are closed to personal vehicles. Visitors must take shuttle buses to parts of the park. This made getting around slow and a bit difficult. We got a much later start on the hiking trail than we had plan... |
During the busy months, the main roads in the park are closed to personal vehicles. Visitors must take shuttle buses to parts of the park. This made getting around slow and a bit difficult. We got a much later start on the hiking trail than we had planned. | 1408 |
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Hiking in the Grand Canyon can be dangerous in the summer due to the high temperatures. This sign was at the trailhead of the Hermit Trail, we learned later that it is one of the most difficult trails in the park! It is narrow, steep and not well-maint... |
Hiking in the Grand Canyon can be dangerous in the summer due to the high temperatures. This sign was at the trailhead of the Hermit Trail, we learned later that it is one of the most difficult trails in the park! It is narrow, steep and not well-maintained. We hiked 3 miles down to the spring. Going down is not too difficult, going back up was grueling. To make matters worse, there is little shade along the trail. When we found a bit of shade from a small pine tree we would rest and drink water. | 1361 |
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Arizona Thistle Cirsium arizonicum Grand Canyon NP, AZ August 23, 2010 |
Arizona Thistle
Cirsium arizonicum
Grand Canyon NP, AZ
August 23, 2010
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I wonder what story this boot could tell if it could talk!? I also wonder what the person wore to finish their hike. |
I wonder what story this boot could tell if it could talk!? I also wonder what the person wore to finish their hike. | 1383 |
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A Grand Canyon lizard |
A Grand Canyon lizard | 1296 |
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Rockmat Petrophytum caespitosum Flagstaff, AZ August 27, 2010 |
Rockmat
Petrophytum caespitosum
Flagstaff, AZ
August 27, 2010
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This huge boulder was balanced at the edge of the Hermit trail. I'd love to know how it got there! I'm pretending to push it over the edge. |
This huge boulder was balanced at the edge of the Hermit trail. I'd love to know how it got there! I'm pretending to push it over the edge. | 1221 |
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The Hermit trail is one of the most difficult in the park, this part was not too bad, but other sections were grueling. |
The Hermit trail is one of the most difficult in the park, this part was not too bad, but other sections were grueling. | 1143 |
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Kenny was far below me here on the Hermit trail. |
Kenny was far below me here on the Hermit trail. | 1147 |
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We were surprised to come across this spring and small shelter as we hiked along the Hermit Trail. This was where we turned back to go up the the trail. |
We were surprised to come across this spring and small shelter as we hiked along the Hermit Trail. This was where we turned back to go up the the trail. | 1330 |
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Wright's Beeflower Hymenothrix wrightii Grand Canyon NP, AZ August 24, 2010 |
Wright's Beeflower
Hymenothrix wrightii
Grand Canyon NP, AZ
August 24, 2010
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This little rock shelter along the Hermit Trail was a welcome sight. The wooden rocking chair and benches felt pretty nice to rest our feet and enjoy the cool shade. The small tree in the entrance provided extra shade. |
This little rock shelter along the Hermit Trail was a welcome sight. The wooden rocking chair and benches felt pretty nice to rest our feet and enjoy the cool shade. The small tree in the entrance provided extra shade. | 1338 |
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Two-toned Owl Clover Orthocarpus purpureo-albus Tusayan, AZ August 25, 2010 |
Two-toned Owl Clover
Orthocarpus purpureo-albus
Tusayan, AZ
August 25, 2010
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Dalmation Toadflax Linaria dalmatica* Tusayan, AZ August 25, 2010 |
Dalmation Toadflax Linaria dalmatica* Tusayan, AZ August 25, 2010 | 1263 |
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Many-flowered Gilia Ipomopsis multiflora Tusayan, AZ August 25, 2010 |
Many-flowered Gilia
Ipomopsis multiflora
Tusayan, AZ
August 25, 2010
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Mountain Bluebird Sialia currucoides Tusayan, AZ August 25, 2010 I spotted this pretty bluebird while I was on an early morning walk before breakfast. I wished I had my telephoto lens! |
Mountain Bluebird Sialia currucoides Tusayan, AZ August 25, 2010 I spotted this pretty bluebird while I was on an early morning walk before breakfast. I wished I had my telephoto lens! | 1245 |
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I got to check off another "bucket list" activity when I took a flight over the Grand Canyon in a helicopter! It was the first time I had ever been in one and I loved every minute of the flight! |
I got to check off another "bucket list" activity when I took a flight over the Grand Canyon in a helicopter! It was the first time I had ever been in one and I loved every minute of the flight! | 1152 |
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It was amazing to fly over the Grand Canyon to see the fabulous rock formations and the muddy Colorado River. It was also amazing to belive that this river could cut through a mile of solid rock! |
It was amazing to fly over the Grand Canyon to see the fabulous rock formations and the muddy Colorado River. It was also amazing to belive that this river could cut through a mile of solid rock! | 1248 |
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This is the point where the two rivers meet in the Grand Canyon. |
This is the point where the two rivers meet in the Grand Canyon. | 1290 |
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Flying over the canyon reveals interesting designs in the rock that can't be seen otherwise. |
Flying over the canyon reveals interesting designs in the rock that can't be seen otherwise. | 1201 |
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The helicopter flight was one hour long and went along the perimeter of the Grand Canyon park. I was going nuts the entire time taking photos and videos! |
The helicopter flight was one hour long and went along the perimeter of the Grand Canyon park. I was going nuts the entire time taking photos and videos! | 1183 |
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Later, after my flight over the canyon, we went to see the Bright Angel trail, it is the most popular trail in the park (that's why we didn't want to hike on it the day before!). It goes to the bottom of the canyon to Phantom Ranch. |
Later, after my flight over the canyon, we went to see the Bright Angel trail, it is the most popular trail in the park (that's why we didn't want to hike on it the day before!). It goes to the bottom of the canyon to Phantom Ranch. | 1130 |
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I wanted to hike a short way down the Bright Angel trail when I learned that there are fossils in the rock wall! It was interesting to see the difference between this wide, well-maintained trail and the Hermit trail we had hiked the day before, it was ... |
I wanted to hike a short way down the Bright Angel trail when I learned that there are fossils in the rock wall! It was interesting to see the difference between this wide, well-maintained trail and the Hermit trail we had hiked the day before, it was like walking on the interstate! Another difference was the presence of the mules that take visitors and supplies to the bottom of the canyon. | 1190 |
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This Rock Squirrel was sitting on the edge of the trail just above the Bright Angel trail. It was hard trying to explain to the foreign tourists why they shouldn't feed them junk food! My Italian is not too good! |
This Rock Squirrel was sitting on the edge of the trail just above the Bright Angel trail. It was hard trying to explain to the foreign tourists why they shouldn't feed them junk food! My Italian is not too good! | 1232 |
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This Raven had quite a big mouth! It was probably panting because of the heat. |
This Raven had quite a big mouth! It was probably panting because of the heat. | 1280 |
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This is one of the Mule trains that had taken supplies to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. |
This is one of the Mule trains that had taken supplies to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. | 1233 |
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One of the Grand Canyon mules on a return trip. When they pass, hikers have to move close to the canyon wall. |
One of the Grand Canyon mules on a return trip. When they pass, hikers have to move close to the canyon wall. | 1364 |
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This is one of the shell fossils that I saw on the Bright Angel trail. This is proof that the area that became the Grand Canyon was under a shallow sea hundreds of millions of years ago. |
This is one of the shell fossils that I saw on the Bright Angel trail. This is proof that the area that became the Grand Canyon was under a shallow sea hundreds of millions of years ago. | 1327 |
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Dwarf Mistletoe Arceuthobium species Grand Canyon NP, AZ August 25, 2010 This mistletoe looks a lot different than what we have in the east, this kind does not have leaves. Like its eastern cousin, it is a parasitic plant. |
Dwarf Mistletoe
Arceuthobium species
Grand Canyon NP, AZ
August 25, 2010
This mistletoe looks a lot different than what we have in the east, this kind does not have leaves. Like its eastern cousin, it is a parasitic plant.
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Late in the afternoon the Grand Canyon Mule barn is full of more than 200 animals resting afer a busy day of taking park visitors and supplies down the canyon trails. |
Late in the afternoon the Grand Canyon Mule barn is full of more than 200 animals resting afer a busy day of taking park visitors and supplies down the canyon trails. | 1231 |
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This mule was so funny! |
This mule was so funny! | 1304 |
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As we drove along I-40 we stopped along Route 66 in Seligman, AZ. The Roadkill Cafe was a good little restaurant. |
As we drove along I-40 we stopped along Route 66 in Seligman, AZ. The Roadkill Cafe was a good little restaurant. | 1322 |
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Route 66 is very popular with motorcycle riders from all over the world. These flags were signed by riders from Poland. We also met riders from Germany, France and Italy. Most people fly into Chicago, rent a bike and ride what is left of Route 66 all t... |
Route 66 is very popular with motorcycle riders from all over the world. These flags were signed by riders from Poland. We also met riders from Germany, France and Italy. Most people fly into Chicago, rent a bike and ride what is left of Route 66 all the way to San Diego. Until the interstate system was built, Rt. 66 was the main highway across the country. There are just short sections of the original highway left, such as this one in Seligman. | 1316 |
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Skyrocket Ipomopsis aggregata Williams, AZ August 23, 2010 These pretty, bright red flowers are a favorite of hummingbirds. |
Skyrocket
Ipomopsis aggregata
Williams, AZ
August 23, 2010
These pretty, bright red flowers are a favorite of hummingbirds.
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Flagstaff, Arizona is a great place to stay for visitors who like nature. It is located at the base of Humphrey's and Agazziz Peaks, location of the Arizona Snow Bowl ski resort. It is also the home of the Lowell Observatory (where Pluto was discovered... |
Flagstaff, Arizona is a great place to stay for visitors who like nature. It is located at the base of Humphrey's and Agazziz Peaks, location of the Arizona Snow Bowl ski resort. It is also the home of the Lowell Observatory (where Pluto was discovered). We enjoyed visiting the Flagstaff Arboretum, Walnut Canyon and Sunset Crater National Monuments, hiking at Sandy's Canyon and nearby Meteor Crater. | 1370 |
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The historic district of Flagstaff beautiful old buildings such as the red sandstone City Hall which was built in 1894. |
The historic district of Flagstaff beautiful old buildings such as the red sandstone City Hall which was built in 1894. | 1489 |
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Arizona Pea Lathrus arizonicus Flagstaff, AZ August 27, 2010 |
Arizona Pea
Lathrus arizonicus
Flagstaff, AZ
August 27, 2010
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Rocky Mountain Beeplant Cleome serrulata Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 This is related to the Spider Plant my mother had in her flower garden when I was a child. It ended up growing all over our yard because I loved to s... |
Rocky Mountain Beeplant
Cleome serrulata
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
This is related to the Spider Plant my mother had in her flower garden when I was a child. It ended up growing all over our yard because I loved to strip the seeds out of the ripe pods and throw them around! clr: 3-p |
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Rocky Mtn Beeplant |
Rocky Mtn Beeplant | 1212 |
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Harris Hawk Parabuteo unicinctus Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 This handsome hawk was part of the bird program at the Flagstaff Arboretum. Harris hawks live in family groups and hunt in packs. |
Harris Hawk Parabuteo unicinctus Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 This handsome hawk was part of the bird program at the Flagstaff Arboretum. Harris hawks live in family groups and hunt in packs. | 1691 |
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Yellow Columbine Aquilegia chrysantha Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Yellow Columbine
Aquilegia chrysantha
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
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Arizona Cudweed Gnaphalium arizonicum Flagstaff, AZ August 26,2010 |
Arizona Cudweed
Gnaphalium arizonicum
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26,2010
clr: 1-w |
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Sentry Milk-vetch Astragalus cremnophylax var. cremnophylax Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 This plant was photographed through a wire screen because it was being grown in a greenhouse at the Flagstaff Arboretum. The plant... |
Sentry Milk-vetch
Astragalus cremnophylax var. cremnophylax
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
This plant was photographed through a wire screen because it was being grown in a greenhouse at the Flagstaff Arboretum. The plant grows on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, but it is endangered. clr: 8-v |
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Franciscan Bluebells Mertensia franciscana Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Franciscan Bluebells
Mertensia franciscana
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
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Giant Trumpets Macromeria viridifolia Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Giant Trumpets
Macromeria viridifolia
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
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Lobster Mushroom Hypomyces lactifluorum Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 We were the last people to leave the Flagstaff Arboretum, so the lady working at the counter took us to the woods near the parking lot to show us thes... |
Lobster Mushroom Hypomyces lactifluorum Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 We were the last people to leave the Flagstaff Arboretum, so the lady working at the counter took us to the woods near the parking lot to show us these odd mushrooms. She told us they are very tasty when cooked. She also told us they are actually an orange fungus that has parasitized a white Russula or Lactarius mushroom. | 1527 |
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The San Fransisco Peaks seen from the Flagstaff Arboretum. These mountains are actually extinct volcanoes. Northern Arizona is pocked with volcano cinder cones. |
The San Fransisco Peaks seen from the Flagstaff Arboretum. These mountains are actually extinct volcanoes. Northern Arizona is pocked with volcano cinder cones. | 1214 |
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We got to Sandy's Canyon late in the afternoon after visiting the Flagstaff Arboretum. We hiked a short trail and enjoyed watching these climbers on hte other side of the canyon. |
We got to Sandy's Canyon late in the afternoon after visiting the Flagstaff Arboretum. We hiked a short trail and enjoyed watching these climbers on hte other side of the canyon. | 1209 |
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The next day we went on a Forest Service hike at Sandys Canyon with a group of local people. One of the leaders was a geologist. He explained that this mass of jumbled rocks is a lava bed from a long ago volcanic eruption. |
The next day we went on a Forest Service hike at Sandys Canyon with a group of local people. One of the leaders was a geologist. He explained that this mass of jumbled rocks is a lava bed from a long ago volcanic eruption. | 1258 |
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Fineleaf Woolywhite Hymenopappus filifolius / Aster Family Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Fineleaf Woolywhite
Hymenopappus filifolius / Aster Family
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
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We went on a Forest Service hike into Sandys Canyon, our destination was the sandstone rock formation in the distance, Fisher Point. |
We went on a Forest Service hike into Sandys Canyon, our destination was the sandstone rock formation in the distance, Fisher Point. | 1279 |
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King's Lupine Lupinus kingii Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 This is a very small-flowered Lupine with sparse flowers. |
King's Lupine
Lupinus kingii
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
This is a very small-flowered Lupine with sparse flowers.
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Scarlet Cinquefoil Potentilla thurberi Flagstaff, AZ August, 27, 2010 I spotted this plant growing along the trail when we went to Fisher Point in Sandys Canyon. |
Scarlet Cinquefoil
Potentilla thurberi
Flagstaff, AZ
August, 27, 2010
I spotted this plant growing along the trail when we went to Fisher Point in Sandys Canyon.
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American Hops Humulus americanus Flagstaff, AZ August 27, 2010 These are related to the Hops used in making beer. These plants were growing at the base of the cliff at Fisher Point. |
American Hops
Humulus americanus
Flagstaff, AZ
August 27, 2010
These are related to the Hops used in making beer. These plants were growing at the base of the cliff at Fisher Point.
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| 104 |
These cliffs at Sandys Canyon are petrified sand dunes. We ate lunch in the cave in the cliff to the left. |
These cliffs at Sandys Canyon are petrified sand dunes. We ate lunch in the cave in the cliff to the left. | 1176 |
| 105 |
These large sandstone cliffs are ancient petrified sand dunes in Sandys Canyon. I enjoyed seeing the interesting patterns. |
These large sandstone cliffs are ancient petrified sand dunes in Sandys Canyon. I enjoyed seeing the interesting patterns. | 1245 |
| 106 |
Aster and Goldenrod at the Flagstaff Arboretum. |
Aster and Goldenrod at the Flagstaff Arboretum. | 1281 |
| 107 |
Hoary Tansy Aster Dieteria canescens Flagstaff, AZ August 27, 2010 Formerly known as: Machaeranthera canescens |
Hoary Tansy Aster
Dieteria canescens
Flagstaff, AZ
August 27, 2010
Formerly known as: Machaeranthera canescens
clr: 8-v |
1627 |
| 108 |
Baby Aster Leucelene ericoides Petrified Forest Nat'l Monument August 28, 2010 This little white aster grew in very harsh conditions. |
Baby Aster
Leucelene ericoides
Petrified Forest Nat'l Monument
August 28, 2010
This little white aster grew in very harsh conditions.
clr: 1-w |
1584 |
| 109 |
Blue Flax Linum perenne Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 Blue Flax blooms early in the day, by the afternoon the petals fall off. |
Blue Flax
Linum perenne
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
Blue Flax blooms early in the day, by the afternoon the petals fall off.
clr: 7-b |
1621 |
| 110 |
Flax-flowered Ipomopsis Ipomopsis longiflora Meteor Crater, AZ August 28, 2010 These are very long flowers. |
Flax-flowered Ipomopsis
Ipomopsis longiflora
Meteor Crater, AZ
August 28, 2010
These are very long flowers.
clr: 7-b |
1597 |
| 111 |
Blue Gramma grass Bouteloua gracilis Flagstaff, AZ August 28, 2010 This is a native grass in northern Arizona. |
Blue Gramma grass Bouteloua gracilis Flagstaff, AZ August 28, 2010 This is a native grass in northern Arizona. | 1630 |
| 112 |
Indian Paintbrush |
Indian Paintbrush | 1239 |
| 113 |
Woodland Pinedrops Pterospora andromedea Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 This is a saprophytic plant that obtains its nutrients from decaying plant material. It has no chlorophyll. |
Woodland Pinedrops
Pterospora andromedea
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
This is a saprophytic plant that obtains its nutrients from decaying plant material. It has no chlorophyll.
clr: 5-y |
1607 |
| 114 |
Wanut Canyon is a national monument near Flagstaff. The canyon has ancient ruins of the Sinagua Indians. Sinagua means "without water" in Spanish. |
Wanut Canyon is a national monument near Flagstaff. The canyon has ancient ruins of the Sinagua Indians. Sinagua means "without water" in Spanish. | 1208 |
| 115 |
Kenny is standing outside of the ruins at Walnut Canyon homes. The homes were built under the overhanging cliffs throughout the canyon. |
Kenny is standing outside of the ruins at Walnut Canyon homes. The homes were built under the overhanging cliffs throughout the canyon. | 1130 |
| 116 |
Broom Snakeweed Gutierrezia sarothrae Flagstaff, AZ August 27, 2010 |
Broom Snakeweed
Gutierrezia sarothrae
Flagstaff, AZ
August 27, 2010
clr: 5-y |
1655 |
| 117 |
Buckwheat Yellow PF1 |
Buckwheat Yellow PF1 | 1230 |
| 118 |
Caltrop Tribulus terrestris Flagstaff, AZ August 27, 2010 This pretty little flower makes a horrible, sharp-spiked seed. It is sometimes called "goathead" due to the shape of the seed. |
Caltrop
Tribulus terrestris
Flagstaff, AZ
August 27, 2010
This pretty little flower makes a horrible, sharp-spiked seed. It is sometimes called "goathead" due to the shape of the seed.
clr: 5-y |
1629 |
| 119 |
Checkermallow Sidalcea neomexicana Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Checkermallow
Sidalcea neomexicana
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
clr: 3-p |
1527 |
| 120 |
Colorado Four-O'Clock Mirabilis multiflora Petrified Forest National Park August 28, 2010 |
Colorado Four-O'Clock
Mirabilis multiflora
Petrified Forest National Park
August 28, 2010
clr: 3-p |
1458 |
| 121 |
Coral Bells Heuchera sanguinea Grand Canyon National Park August 25, 2010 |
Coral Bells Heuchera sanguinea Grand Canyon National Park August 25, 2010 | 1623 |
| 122 |
Dalea PFNP |
Dalea PFNP | 1239 |
| 123 |
Desert Tobacco1 |
Desert Tobacco1 | 1132 |
| 124 |
Dingy Chamaesaracha Chamaesaracha sordida / Nightshade Family Petrified Forest National Park August 28, 2010 |
Dingy Chamaesaracha
Chamaesaracha sordida / Nightshade Family
Petrified Forest National Park
August 28, 2010
clr: 5-y |
1619 |
| 125 |
Ooh, these Dinosaurs were so unbelievably goofy, I had to stop and take a photo of them! They were props at a rock shop in the town of Holbrook. Believe me, no respectable dinosaur would sit up and beg with a snake in its mouth! :) |
Ooh, these Dinosaurs were so unbelievably goofy, I had to stop and take a photo of them! They were props at a rock shop in the town of Holbrook. Believe me, no respectable dinosaur would sit up and beg with a snake in its mouth! :) | 1254 |
| 126 |
As if the goofy dinosaurs weren't bad enough, I spotted this street sign in Holbrook. I have no idea how this street got that awful name! |
As if the goofy dinosaurs weren't bad enough, I spotted this street sign in Holbrook. I have no idea how this street got that awful name! | 1272 |
| 127 |
When I went across the tracks to take photos of the Bucket of Blood street sign I heard a train whistle. I was trapped on the other side of the street in Holbrook. I have never seen such a busy train track, it had trains running all day and night! |
When I went across the tracks to take photos of the Bucket of Blood street sign I heard a train whistle. I was trapped on the other side of the street in Holbrook. I have never seen such a busy train track, it had trains running all day and night! | 1196 |
| 128 |
Just past the Bucket of Blood sign in Holbrook, I saw an old building that had a wall made of petrified wood and agate. |
Just past the Bucket of Blood sign in Holbrook, I saw an old building that had a wall made of petrified wood and agate. | 1308 |
| 129 |
Fendler's Meadow Rue Thalictrum fendleri Grand Canyon National Park August 23, 2010 |
Fendler's Meadow Rue
Thalictrum fendleri
Grand Canyon National Park
August 23, 2010
clr: 5-y |
1577 |
| 130 |
Meteor Crater is an interesting natural landmark in northern Arizona. |
Meteor Crater is an interesting natural landmark in northern Arizona. | 1227 |
| 131 |
This is a piece of the meteorite that created the Meteor Crater. |
This is a piece of the meteorite that created the Meteor Crater. | 1256 |
| 132 |
Fendler's Sandwort Arenaria fendleri Petrified Forest National Park August 28, 2010 |
Fendler's Sandwort
Arenaria fendleri
Petrified Forest National Park
August 28, 2010
clr: 1-w |
1482 |
| 133 |
I had to get a photo of the entrance sign of Petrified Forest. As visitors enter they may be checked for any petrified wood pieces they may have picked up or purchased before entering the park. Theft of petrified wood is a very serious problem. |
I had to get a photo of the entrance sign of Petrified Forest. As visitors enter they may be checked for any petrified wood pieces they may have picked up or purchased before entering the park. Theft of petrified wood is a very serious problem. | 1252 |
| 134 |
This is the end of a petrified log in Petrified Forest National Park. There are thousands of these logs throughout the park. The colors of the logs are due to the different minerals that precipitated into them hundreds of millions of years ago. |
This is the end of a petrified log in Petrified Forest National Park. There are thousands of these logs throughout the park. The colors of the logs are due to the different minerals that precipitated into them hundreds of millions of years ago. | 1487 |
| 135 |
A log jumble such as this one occurs when the soil below the logs washes away and the stone logs cracks into pieces. |
A log jumble such as this one occurs when the soil below the logs washes away and the stone logs cracks into pieces. | 1232 |
| 136 |
Jumbled logs in a ravine at the Blue Mesa at Petrified Forest. |
Jumbled logs in a ravine at the Blue Mesa at Petrified Forest. | 1185 |
| 137 |
These petrified wood chips looked as though someone had just chopped a log. |
These petrified wood chips looked as though someone had just chopped a log. | 1368 |
| 138 |
Petrified Forest National Park was home to these dinosaurs hundreds of millions years ago. This was one of the displays in the visitor center. |
Petrified Forest National Park was home to these dinosaurs hundreds of millions years ago. This was one of the displays in the visitor center. | 1335 |
| 139 |
Another dinosaur in the visitor center. |
Another dinosaur in the visitor center. | 1130 |
| 140 |
This was the beginning of the trail of the Blue Mesa at Petrified Forest. The colors of the hummocks are amazing! |
This was the beginning of the trail of the Blue Mesa at Petrified Forest. The colors of the hummocks are amazing! | 1105 |
| 141 |
A beautiful view of the Blue Mesa. |
A beautiful view of the Blue Mesa. | 1122 |
| 142 |
I was interested in seeing these conglomerate layers along the Blue Mesa trail in Petrified Forest. |
I was interested in seeing these conglomerate layers along the Blue Mesa trail in Petrified Forest. | 1110 |
| 143 |
Petrified Forest view with Yellow Buckwheat in the foreground. |
Petrified Forest view with Yellow Buckwheat in the foreground. | 1143 |
| 144 |
Mormon Tea on the edge of a cliff at Petrified Forest. |
Mormon Tea on the edge of a cliff at Petrified Forest. | 1214 |
| 145 |
The Teepees are one of the beautiful formations at Petrified Forest. |
The Teepees are one of the beautiful formations at Petrified Forest. | 1250 |
| 146 |
Petrified wood colors come from the minerals in the rock. |
Petrified wood colors come from the minerals in the rock. | 1228 |
| 147 |
Petrified wood colors |
Petrified wood colors | 1293 |
| 148 |
Petrified Forest is located along the famous old Route 66, the highway that went from Chicago to Los Angeles. This sign told the history of the highway. The rusting old car in the background added ambience to the history marker. |
Petrified Forest is located along the famous old Route 66, the highway that went from Chicago to Los Angeles. This sign told the history of the highway. The rusting old car in the background added ambience to the history marker. | 2380 |
| 149 |
Littleleaf Globemallow Sphaerlcea parvifolia Tusayan, AZ August 25, 2010 PFNP |
Littleleaf Globemallow
Sphaerlcea parvifolia
Tusayan, AZ
August 25, 2010
PFNP
clr: 4-o |
1678 |
| 150 |
Golden Rabbitbrush Ericameria nauseosa Grand Canyon, AZ August 25, 2010 |
Golden Rabbitbrush
Ericameria nauseosa
Grand Canyon, AZ
August 25, 2010
clr: 5-y |
1566 |
| 151 |
Golden-beard Penstemon Penstemon barbatus Grand Canyon, AZ August 25, 2010 |
Golden-beard Penstemon
Penstemon barbatus
Grand Canyon, AZ
August 25, 2010
clr: 2-r |
1579 |
| 152 |
Groundsel |
Groundsel | 1295 |
| 153 |
Rayless Gumweed Grindelia aphanactis Grand Canyon National Park, AZ August 24, 2010 Note the bud on the right side of the photo, it has the sticky white gum that gives the plant its name. |
Rayless Gumweed
Grindelia aphanactis
Grand Canyon National Park, AZ
August 24, 2010
Note the bud on the right side of the photo, it has the sticky white gum that gives the plant its name.
clr: 5-y |
1772 |
| 154 |
Houstonia Houstonia rubra Petrified Forest National Park August 28, 2010 |
Houstonia
Houstonia rubra
Petrified Forest National Park
August 28, 2010
clr: 8-v |
1678 |
| 155 |
Larkspur Geranium Delphinium nelsoni Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Larkspur Geranium
Delphinium nelsoni
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
clr: 7-b |
1504 |
| 156 |
Northern Arizona has lots of lava due to over 600 volcanoes. This chunk of lava shows the bubbles that were in the magma when it cooled quickly upon exposure in air. |
Northern Arizona has lots of lava due to over 600 volcanoes. This chunk of lava shows the bubbles that were in the magma when it cooled quickly upon exposure in air. | 1181 |
| 157 |
Lupine |
Lupine | 1154 |
| 158 |
A yellow flower at Meteor crater |
A yellow flower at Meteor crater | 1260 |
| 159 |
Mexican Campion Silene lacinata Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Mexican Campion
Silene lacinata
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
clr: 2-r |
1643 |
| 160 |
Miniature Wool Star Eriastrum diffusum Petrified Forest National Park, AZ August 28, 2010 |
Miniature Wool Star
Eriastrum diffusum
Petrified Forest National Park, AZ
August 28, 2010
clr: 7-b |
1468 |
| 161 |
Nightshade PFNP |
Nightshade PFNP | 1297 |
| 162 |
Nodding Ragwort Senecio bigelovii Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Nodding Ragwort
Senecio bigelovii
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
clr: 1-w |
1607 |
| 163 |
Paperflower |
Paperflower | 1221 |
| 164 |
Penstemon2 |
Penstemon2 | 1195 |
| 165 |
Pineleaf Penstemon Penstemon pinifolius Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Pineleaf Penstemon
Penstemon pinifolius
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
clr: 2-r |
1690 |
| 166 |
Pink Pea PF |
Pink Pea PF | 1256 |
| 167 |
Ponderosa pine bark smells like vanilla when it gets warm. :) |
Ponderosa pine bark smells like vanilla when it gets warm. :) | 1177 |
| 168 |
Purple Pea Meteor Crater |
Purple Pea Meteor Crater | 1165 |
| 169 |
Rabbit Brush Petrified Forest National Park, AZ |
Rabbit Brush Petrified Forest National Park, AZ | 1251 |
| 170 |
Rattlesnake Weed Euphorbia albomarginata Boulder City, NV August 21, 2010 This plant has very tiny flowers. |
Rattlesnake Weed
Euphorbia albomarginata
Boulder City, NV
August 21, 2010
This plant has very tiny flowers.
clr: 1-w |
1553 |
| 171 |
Redroot Eriogonium Eriogonum racemosum Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Redroot Eriogonium
Eriogonum racemosum
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
clr: 1-w |
1490 |
| 172 |
Ribbon Four O'clock Mirabilis linearis Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Ribbon Four O'clock
Mirabilis linearis
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
clr: 3-p |
1560 |
| 173 |
Slender Gaillardia Gaillardia pinnatifida |
Slender Gaillardia
Gaillardia pinnatifida
clr: 5-y |
1455 |
| 174 |
Common Sunflower Helianthus annuus Kingman, AZ August 23, 2010 Roadsides were painted gold with fields of these brilliant Sunflowers all over northern Arizona. Sunflowers produce oil-rich seeds that are a boon to songbirds. |
Common Sunflower
Helianthus annuus
Kingman, AZ
August 23, 2010
Roadsides were painted gold with fields of these brilliant Sunflowers all over northern Arizona. Sunflowers produce oil-rich seeds that are a boon to songbirds.
clr: 5-y |
1556 |
| 175 |
A Sunflower field in Flagstaff, AZ. |
A Sunflower field in Flagstaff, AZ. | 3608 |
| 176 |
Tail-leaf Pericome caudata Grand Canyon National Park, AZ August 25, 2010 |
Tail-leaf
Pericome caudata
Grand Canyon National Park, AZ
August 25, 2010
clr: 5-y |
1692 |
| 177 |
Wheeler's Thistle Cirsium wheeleri Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Wheeler's Thistle
Cirsium wheeleri
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
clr: 3-p |
1635 |
| 178 |
Another unknown yellow flower at Meteor Crater |
Another unknown yellow flower at Meteor Crater | 1245 |
| 179 |
Unknown Yellow flower seen at Petrified Forest |
Unknown Yellow flower seen at Petrified Forest | 1220 |
| 180 |
Western Yarrow Achillea millefolium var. occidentalis Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Western Yarrow
Achillea millefolium var. occidentalis
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
clr: 1-w |
1724 |
| 181 |
White Astragalus |
White Astragalus | 1298 |
| 182 |
White Prairie Clover Petalostemum occidentale Petrified Forest National Park, AZ August 28, 2010 This plant was growing near the entrance of the park. |
White Prairie Clover
Petalostemum occidentale
Petrified Forest National Park, AZ
August 28, 2010
This plant was growing near the entrance of the park.
clr: 1-w |
1608 |
| 183 |
Wild Chrysanthemum Bahia dissecta Flagstaff, AZ August 27, 2010 |
Wild Chrysanthemum
Bahia dissecta
Flagstaff, AZ
August 27, 2010
clr: 5-y |
1606 |
| 184 |
Winterfat Krascheninnikovia lanata Meteor Crater, AZ August 28, 2010 |
Winterfat
Krascheninnikovia lanata
Meteor Crater, AZ
August 28, 2010
clr: 1-w |
1698 |
| 185 |
Yellow Mustard Meteor Crater |
Yellow Mustard Meteor Crater | 1276 |
| 186 |
Unknown Yellow flower |
Unknown Yellow flower | 1146 |
| 187 |
There was lots of Yucca growing near Las Vegas. |
There was lots of Yucca growing near Las Vegas. | 1214 |
| 188 |
Aspen "eyes" form where small branches break off of the tree trunk. I always enjoy seeing the beautiful white bark of aspen trees. |
Aspen "eyes" form where small branches break off of the tree trunk. I always enjoy seeing the beautiful white bark of aspen trees. | 1366 |
| 189 |
Aspen Fleabane Erigeron macranthus Flagstaff, AZ September 1, 2010 |
Aspen Fleabane
Erigeron macranthus
Flagstaff, AZ
September 1, 2010
clr: 8-v |
1651 |
| 190 |
I saw this Moth on the wall of a gas station in Arizona. |
I saw this Moth on the wall of a gas station in Arizona. | 1321 |
| 191 |
These Aspen trees grow on the mountainside of the San Francisco Peaks in Flagstaff. |
These Aspen trees grow on the mountainside of the San Francisco Peaks in Flagstaff. | 1111 |
| 192 |
We took the chairlift to the summit of Mt. Agassiz, the second highest peak in Arizona. It seemed strange to be on a ski lift in the summer! |
We took the chairlift to the summit of Mt. Agassiz, the second highest peak in Arizona. It seemed strange to be on a ski lift in the summer! | 1144 |
| 193 |
On the way up the chairlift to the top of Mt. Agassiz |
On the way up the chairlift to the top of Mt. Agassiz | 1075 |
| 194 |
This may look like black snow, but it is ashfall from an old volcanic cinder cone. It was a bit hard to walk on. |
This may look like black snow, but it is ashfall from an old volcanic cinder cone. It was a bit hard to walk on. | 1060 |
| 195 |
Cinquefoil Flagstaff |
Cinquefoil Flagstaff | 1153 |
| 196 |
Clammyweed Polansia dodecandra Flagstaff, AZ August 29, 2010 This little plant was growing on the crest of a small volcano cone called Old Caves Crater. |
Clammyweed
Polansia dodecandra
Flagstaff, AZ
August 29, 2010
This little plant was growing on the crest of a small volcano cone called Old Caves Crater.
clr: 1-w |
1516 |
| 197 |
Wright's Deer Vetch Lotus wrightii |
Wright's Deer Vetch Lotus wrightii | 1108 |
| 198 |
We had looked for the Desert Big Horn Sheep along the highway near Hoover Dam to no avail. When I mentioned to the park ranger at Lake Powell that we hadn't seen any, she said to go to a small park in Boulder City a couple of miles awa... |
We had looked for the Desert Big Horn Sheep along the highway near Hoover Dam to no avail. When I mentioned to the park ranger at Lake Powell that we hadn't seen any, she said to go to a small park in Boulder City a couple of miles away. Since it is a haven with fresh green grass, the sheep often come there to graze. Sure enough, we were thrilled to see a large herd of rams, ewes and older lambs. | 1033 |
| 199 |
A Desert Bighorn Sheep ewe |
A Desert Bighorn Sheep ewe | 885 |
| 200 |
Desert Bighorn sheep herd grazing in the park |
Desert Bighorn sheep herd grazing in the park | 919 |
| 201 |
Desert Bighorn Sheep rams have larger horns than the ewes. |
Desert Bighorn Sheep rams have larger horns than the ewes. | 890 |
| 202 |
This sign warns park visitors that Desert Bighorn sheep are wild animals and should not be approached. |
This sign warns park visitors that Desert Bighorn sheep are wild animals and should not be approached. | 902 |
| 203 |
The backside of the San Francisco Peaks in Flagstaff burned in early June 2010, it will be decades before the mountain is blanketed in green again. |
The backside of the San Francisco Peaks in Flagstaff burned in early June 2010, it will be decades before the mountain is blanketed in green again. | 950 |
| 204 |
We had a nice view of Flagstaff from the Old Caves Crater. Several other cinder cones are visible in the distance. |
We had a nice view of Flagstaff from the Old Caves Crater. Several other cinder cones are visible in the distance. | 917 |
| 205 |
Groundsel |
Groundsel | 941 |
| 206 |
Humphreys Peak, the highest point in Arizona, seen from Mt. Agassiz. |
Humphreys Peak, the highest point in Arizona, seen from Mt. Agassiz. | 983 |
| 207 |
Jerome, Arizona is an old mining town perched on the side of a mountain. We drove through there on our way to visit a friend in Prescott. It was a very curvy, long route to get there, but much more interesting than driving on the interstate. |
Jerome, Arizona is an old mining town perched on the side of a mountain. We drove through there on our way to visit a friend in Prescott. It was a very curvy, long route to get there, but much more interesting than driving on the interstate. | 964 |
| 208 |
Kenny has a brother named Jerome. We sent him a postcard from the town, he enjoyed that! :) |
Kenny has a brother named Jerome. We sent him a postcard from the town, he enjoyed that! :) | 953 |
| 209 |
Jerome is an unusual little town once inhabited by miners, it is now an artist colony. |
Jerome is an unusual little town once inhabited by miners, it is now an artist colony. | 1014 |
| 210 |
We heard about the Lava Cave just outside of Flagstaff. It is unique in that area. It was formed by flowing lava that cooled around the edges. The cave goes back 3/4th mile. |
We heard about the Lava Cave just outside of Flagstaff. It is unique in that area. It was formed by flowing lava that cooled around the edges. The cave goes back 3/4th mile. | 973 |
| 211 |
The dirt road back to the Lava Cave was very rough in some areas. It was a challenge to get around this huge mud puddle! |
The dirt road back to the Lava Cave was very rough in some areas. It was a challenge to get around this huge mud puddle! | 1149 |
| 212 |
This is the end of the lava flow Sunset Crater National Monument. It was much like being in Hawaii (just with different plants!). |
This is the end of the lava flow Sunset Crater National Monument. It was much like being in Hawaii (just with different plants!). | 963 |
| 213 |
Kenny took this photo of me coming out of the Lava River Cave. We didn't go very far into the cave, we didn't have hard hats or bright enough lights. We might be crazy, but we're not stupid! |
Kenny took this photo of me coming out of the Lava River Cave. We didn't go very far into the cave, we didn't have hard hats or bright enough lights. We might be crazy, but we're not stupid! | 1179 |
| 214 |
Purple Locoweed Oxytropis lambertii Flagstaff, AZ August 27, 2010 |
Purple Locoweed
Oxytropis lambertii
Flagstaff, AZ
August 27, 2010
clr: 8-v |
2018 |
| 215 |
This is the comparison scope that Clyde Thombaugh used at the Lowell Observatory to discover Pluto. The observatory is located on top of a large hill in Flagstaff. This instrument let astronomers look at two photos taken on different nights and compar... |
This is the comparison scope that Clyde Thombaugh used at the Lowell Observatory to discover Pluto. The observatory is located on top of a large hill in Flagstaff. This instrument let astronomers look at two photos taken on different nights and compare them. The stars didn't move, but Pluto did. | 1129 |
| 216 |
This mural shows the sizes of 2 of the mirrors of the telescopes at the Lowell Observatory. The yellow one is the diameter of the main telescope. The large gray / blue circle is the size of the new Discovery Channel telescope that is due to be unveiled... |
This mural shows the sizes of 2 of the mirrors of the telescopes at the Lowell Observatory. The yellow one is the diameter of the main telescope. The large gray / blue circle is the size of the new Discovery Channel telescope that is due to be unveiled in 2011. At 14 feet in diameter, it will be a fabulous telescope! | 957 |
| 217 |
The tiny black dot is 5/8th of an inch, this was the diameter of Galileo's telescope. Although it was small, he was able to see the 4 largest moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn. |
The tiny black dot is 5/8th of an inch, this was the diameter of Galileo's telescope. Although it was small, he was able to see the 4 largest moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn. | 913 |
| 218 |
The planet symbols grace the entrance gate at the Lowell Observatory. |
The planet symbols grace the entrance gate at the Lowell Observatory. | 1290 |
| 219 |
This is the little observatory at the Lowell Observatory where Pluto was discovered. |
This is the little observatory at the Lowell Observatory where Pluto was discovered. | 921 |
| 220 |
This is the Plutoscope at the Lowell Observatory, the telescope that Clyde Thombaugh used to discover Pluto. |
This is the Plutoscope at the Lowell Observatory, the telescope that Clyde Thombaugh used to discover Pluto. | 937 |
| 221 |
Percival Lowell's crypt at the observatory. He died November 12, 1916. It cost $40,000 when it was built, an extraordinary amount at that time. |
Percival Lowell's crypt at the observatory. He died November 12, 1916. It cost $40,000 when it was built, an extraordinary amount at that time. | 1680 |
| 222 |
King's Lupine Lupinus kingii Williams, AZ August 23, 2010 |
King's Lupine Lupinus kingii Williams, AZ August 23, 2010 | 986 |
| 223 |
The Bellagio fountains Las Vegas are spectacular as they dance to music. It is enchanting to see them at night. The water is "gray water" from the hotel's sinks and showers. |
The Bellagio fountains Las Vegas are spectacular as they dance to music. It is enchanting to see them at night. The water is "gray water" from the hotel's sinks and showers. | 951 |
| 224 |
This spectacular diamond collar was on display in the DeBeers store in Las Vegas. |
This spectacular diamond collar was on display in the DeBeers store in Las Vegas. | 1029 |
| 225 |
We stayed in the Paris hotel on the Strip our last night in Las Vegas. It was a spectacular hotel / casino that looked much like the streets of Paris on the inside. Unfortunately, Las Vegas has not caught up with the rest of the country as far as smoki... |
We stayed in the Paris hotel on the Strip our last night in Las Vegas. It was a spectacular hotel / casino that looked much like the streets of Paris on the inside. Unfortunately, Las Vegas has not caught up with the rest of the country as far as smoking is concerned, it was awful walking through the lobbies and casinos. | 935 |
| 226 |
The Museum of Northern Arizona has a large collection of Zuni and Hopi Kachinas. I read a sign in the museum later that photography is prohibited! Oops! |
The Museum of Northern Arizona has a large collection of Zuni and Hopi Kachinas. I read a sign in the museum later that photography is prohibited! Oops! | 1042 |
| 227 |
A large piece of Native American pottery at the Museum of Northern Arizona. |
A large piece of Native American pottery at the Museum of Northern Arizona. | 1055 |
| 228 |
These crazy false Eyelashes were seen in a store in Las Vegas. |
These crazy false Eyelashes were seen in a store in Las Vegas. | 1111 |
| 229 |
The Museum of Northern Arizona has an interesting collection of Native American artifacts and early geology of the area. |
The Museum of Northern Arizona has an interesting collection of Native American artifacts and early geology of the area. | 1255 |
| 230 |
Cinder Phacelia Phacelia serrata Sunset Crater National Monument |
Cinder Phacelia
Phacelia serrata
Sunset Crater National Monument
clr: 8-v |
1468 |
| 231 |
Two Leaf Scorpionweed Phacelia heterophylla Flagstaff, AZ August 27, 2010 |
Two Leaf Scorpionweed
Phacelia heterophylla
Flagstaff, AZ
August 27, 2010
clr: 1-w |
1485 |
| 232 |
Popcorn Flower |
Popcorn Flower | 1093 |
| 233 |
Queen's Crown Sedum rhodanthum Flagstaff, AZ September 1, 2010 |
Queen's Crown
Sedum rhodanthum
Flagstaff, AZ
September 1, 2010
clr: 3-p |
1415 |
| 234 |
The Lava Flow Trail Sunset Crater National Monument was like walking on a volcano in Hawaii. |
The Lava Flow Trail Sunset Crater National Monument was like walking on a volcano in Hawaii. | 1239 |
| 235 |
Slender-tube Skyrocket Ipomopsis tenuituba Sunset Crater National Monument This plant is endemic to the national monument. |
Slender-tube Skyrocket
Ipomopsis tenuituba
Sunset Crater National Monument
This plant is endemic to the national monument.
clr: 3-p |
1512 |
| 236 |
Slimleaf Bean Phaseolus angustissimus Flagstaff, AZ August 26, 2010 |
Slimleaf Bean
Phaseolus angustissimus
Flagstaff, AZ
August 26, 2010
clr: 3-p |
1582 |
| 237 |
The sign at the ski resort said this is the highest toilet in AZ! |
The sign at the ski resort said this is the highest toilet in AZ! | 1258 |
| 238 |
Western Dayflower Commelina dianthifolia Flagstaff, AZ August 29, 2010 I found this flower blooming along the Old Craters Cave trail. |
Western Dayflower
Commelina dianthifolia
Flagstaff, AZ
August 29, 2010
I found this flower blooming along the Old Craters Cave trail.
clr: 7-b |
1647 |