Where the spirit leads the feet will follow.
Down distant paths for unmapped miles.
Heads forget but hearts remember:
The art of living knows no bounds.

"The best journeys answer questions that in the beginning you didn't even think to ask." - Jeff Johnson, 180 Degrees South

"The best way out is always through" - Robert Frost

"The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way". - Marcus Aurelius

Monday, October 9, 2023

John Day Fossil Beds - Clarno Unit

We swung into the Clarno Unit as we took the scenic route back to bend.







John Day Fossil Beds National Monument - Blue Basin Area

More hikng at the Blue Basin Trail on day two.


















John Day Fossil Beds National Monument - Foree Area

Day two of the John Day Fossil Beds at the Foree Area trailhead for a hike.








Sunday, October 8, 2023

John Day Fossil Beds National Monument - Painted Hills Unit

 A morning tour of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument - Painted Dunes Unit in Central Oregon.


















Saturday, October 7, 2023

The High Desert Museum

A few pictures from The High Desert Museum along Highway 97 a few miles south of Bend, Oregon.

This is a pretty nice museum that features many indoor exhibits pertaining to wildlife, history, and attractions of Oregon's High Desert. There are a few outdoor wildlife enclosures for eagles, owls, raptors, and river otters.

We highly recommend!








More Info: The High Desert Museum

Friday, October 6, 2023

Crater Lake Scenic Rim Drive

We were passing up through Central Oregon with no time restraints, so took a detour to drive the Crater Lake Scenic Rim Drive.  It was mid-day with bright sun and no cloud cover so things were washed out, so I only took a few pictures.

Next time we go back I would like to hike the trail along the Northwest Rim. Maybe on a peak climbing trip rest day in the coming years.




Wednesday, October 4, 2023

MARGARITAVILLE by Jimmy Buffet

Great video from an all time favorite...