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Sunday, September 8, 2019

Traveling the West, Part One

I've sorted through the first few photos from our August road trip -- my favorite kind of travel where we have only a general idea of where we're going so we've made no reservations or schedules.  We left our home on the Oregon coast...




Headed south into California where we traveled along the Trinity River...




Lots of stopping along the way for walks, lunch, coffee, photos.  In the early evening we kept an eye out for a suitable RV park.   Full hook ups for air conditioning and showers were our only criteria, but every night we were lucky enough to find a place we could enjoy.  First stop... Del Loma RV Park along the Trinity.




Most importantly, Wally and LuLu could enjoy this place, too.




Pretty, quiet, not at all crowded on a weekday.




The next day we made it only as far as the small, rural town of Standish, which is almost to the Nevada border.  All my photos of the area in between are similar to the previous photos.  We enjoyed the Trinity River most of the day, knowing we'd soon be leaving the tree-covered mountains of northern California behind.  Pictured below is the pretty little park where we spent the night in Standish.




They had a very nice dog park, all clean and graveled.  We sat quite a while and visited with a retired rodeo fella.  Notice how the hills in the background are no longer covered with trees.




I know... not the most interesting photos in Standish, but it was just a stopover.  They had good satellite TV, so Rich took full advantage of that -- reclining in the bedroom, snacking on cheese, Wally and LuLu in attendance.  We don't have a TV in our bedroom at home, so this was a treat for him.




The next day we crossed over into Nevada.  Honestly, we didn't get very far, but we weren't in a hurry.   These last few photos were taken after we stopped for the evening outside of Fallon, Nevada.  We got lucky again, finding an RV park surrounded by BLM land where we could walk far off into the distance with the dogs.  I just love this golden field with the beautifully sculpted and shadowed hills in the background.




Turn around and see a little more green to my left.  We're sure not on the Oregon Coast anymore!




Because it was evening it had cooled down enough to get out and enjoy it.  Actually, we'd not yet had a blistering day... except for Baker, California -- 108 degrees.  We stopped there for gas and then got out in a hurry!




Gold on gold:




Layers and swathes of color, texture, and form:




Time to wrap up the day.




So many photos to chronicle the trip.  Always take the scenic route and you might be surprised what you find in a desert.  I'll be back with more as soon as possible.  Have a wonderful day!


21 comments:

  1. Spectacular photos Leslie! You certainly have captured the beautiful county side of your trip. Love seeing the mountains, from the rugged coastline to the bare peaks. I felt like I was on the trip with you. It's so nice just to head out with no set plans on where to stay, makes it more adventure some. Thanks for sharing, and look forward to more when time permit.s Have a wonderful day!

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  2. Thoroughly enjoying your photos! Thanks for sharing and hugs to the doggies!

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  3. You've captured Nature beautifully for this time of year, in all her glorious colors and special attributes, Leslie! My favorite was seeing the shots in Nevada, where wide open spaces backed with majestic purple mountains always captivated my attention, even as a little child! Your gold on gold photo could not have been planned better! Thanks for sharing your marvelous trekkings with us! hugs, de

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  4. Fabulous pictures and amazing scenery!!!
    Carol x

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  5. Wonderfully created post with beautiful photos of all..makes me want to travel, can't wait to see more, I see some Wally and Lulu calendar pictures for sure. Next year I hope to do a bit more of getaways once the hubs is retired end of year...after winter of course LOL...thanks for sharing!!

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  6. what wonderful pictures. the trip sounds perfect. so glad you had this time.

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  7. Everyone looks to of had a good time. You can see lots if you are willing to just wing it and drive to anywhere. So thankful that you guys are enjoying the RV and just life. Hugs sweet friend.

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  8. The golden field with the mountains in the background are beautiful. Love all the texture in nature. Looks like you all had a great time!

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  9. Absolutely gorgeous landscapes Leslie, with lots of color and space, lots of space for the doggies to run.
    I love the pictures of Wally and Lulu when they are in any body of water, I can tell they just enjoy every minute splashing around.
    Thank you for sharing these pictures of your travels my friend.
    Sending hugs.
    Maria.

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  10. You make me pine for the beautiful high desert areas of Oregon and Nevada, Leslie. We will be leaving the end of the month:-) There is nothing quite as beautiful as lush western Oregon, but still very beautiful in a different way in the high desert:-) TFS your gorgeous photos, my friend. Hugs..Nancy

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  11. fabulous pics. I love all your commentary. Have a great day

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  12. Thank you for the virtual excursion. I always enjoy your pictures and I LOVE your fur kids. Always a treat to see them having fun.Yes, Baker's sort of a hot spot, so to speak. They should have named it Baking!
    Thanks again.

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  13. Thank you for sharing your pictures! They are so pretty. Looks like you had a great time! I'm sure you're glad to back home.

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  14. What an awesome trip! Makes me wish I could be a stowaway and go with you! Your pictures are professional quality and could easily be published! Thanks for sharing so we could all enjoy the trip too!

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  15. How wonderful that you didn't have any problems finding somewhere to rest at night, that sure makes for a more enjoyable trip. Wow how quickly the scenery can change from green to desert. Looks like Wally and Lulu enjoyed exploring at your stops too! Glad you had a relaxing time!

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  16. Oh, Leslie...how that motorhome has opened up wonderful new opportunities for you! Such freedom! The scenery is beautiful and the opportunities for Wally and Lulu were great. Looking forward to seeing more travel photos soon.

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  17. Your photos are all so gorgeous. I especially chuckled with Wally and Lulu sitting watching Rich eating his cheese. I'm sure they were hoping he would drop some crumbs. Also, loved the one of the two of them in the golden field. Absolutely stunning.

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  18. Oh someday...I would love to do that too. Thanks for sharing!

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  19. Oh wow I'm so glad I stopped by your blog today..what a treat! I love your photos, so peaceful and beautiful. And your dogs. I LOVE your dogs!!!

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  20. I love seeing your pictures and reading your comments about them - very nicely done. Looks like an amazing trip! I love not having plans - when things work out!

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