because I can.
This trip didn’t last as long as I planned, but I have a good Dr at home that will take care of my back so I can get back out as soon as possible. One more drive-thru.
Only an hour north of the Death Valley Junction.
Rhyolite is well cared for, definitely going back for a walk around.
I woke up to the fact that I am a young person in an old body. I have had an iffy back for many years due mostly to being stupid and thinking I can do things I shouldn’t. So I woke up to limited movement, but I tried for another day, because I was so close to Death Valley.
Darwin
There is a great documentary on Darwin,CA on YouTube.
Art everywhere but no other services for miles.
My drive through of Death Valley is not much, all the good stuff picture wise is a hike I could not do.
I spent the night just outside the park at the Pads on blm land. Lots of room but no signal.
Adding this for Solo Travelers. I live with my daughter, and I caused her a little anxiety by staying in a no-signal zone. The saving grace is that we use the 360 service on Google. She knew where I was, but was still worried since I hadn’t talked to her since the night before. I got in touch as soon as I got a signal, but I had caused her unnecessary worry. Most of the West has a lot of areas, especially in National Parks and Monuments, with no cell service. Be aware that your family will worry, so check in often if you fall Ill or hurt yourself as I did.
And a couple of other things along the way to Slowjamastan.
I became a citizen the first time I heard of this micro nation. I have mention you tube channel Sidetrack Adventures for their video.
My fellow citizens include Archeologist and TV host Josh Gates and Ken Jennings of Jeopardy and probably a lot more. Go to the website for more info www.slowjamastan.c
This is a really nice place to rest for $8 a night, it is BLM, and camping fees go for upkeep. No hookups, but nice clean pit toilets. The camp hosts do a great job.
The petroglyphs are believed to be from the Oldham peoples. My pictures don’t do them service.
Why, why not. Just a few miles north of the park is a big blm area where I stayed the night before. Lots of room and a great T-Mobile signal. Make sure you do what you need to because there is no service in most of the park.
I took the Ajo mountain loop, pay attention to the length restrictions and prepare to spend at least 2 hours driving time. This is a one way loop with a potty 2/3s of the way. Next time I will plan to spend the whole day on the other loop it is a lot longer.
I giggle every time I pass this heading west on I10 just past the gary exit. I confess I watched with my daughter all the time.
2 weeks
A meet up at The Box recreation area.
Then we took a ride around Sevilita wildlife refuge and only saw a ruin, animals were on break.
Next on to San Lorenzo canyon.
We meet when we can and she finds the best places.
Love you sis.
I’m off to see a dear old friend and do a little heritage exploring.
I tried to get a picture of all the state welcome signs, but came up short on Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, and New Hampshire, then I took a side trip to Salem, Massachusetts.
My best friend and author Peter Cherici and Lexy.
Peter’s partner Nancy and my daughter from another mother Sara.
The photo above was taken in Salem, Massachusetts and that is the heritage part.
I recently received information on my connection to the Salem Witch Trials.
My 8th great-grandmother Mary Towne Estey was hanged on September 22, 1692.
And my 8th great aunt Rebecca Nurse, Mary’s daughter, was hanged on July 19, 1692.
My grandmother Ida C Chapman Bruce is the connection.
Just another wild ride.
On the way back I visited my sister Laura in Denver and we went troll hunting.
Found One. Rosie in Victor Co. by Tomas Dambo.
One last thing from Salem.
