One fine morning, we spotted bighorn sheep spotting us.
I have spent time, while Jenni was sick in bed, on some of the mountains surrounding Lake Mead. It has been an
incredible experience. Fortunately, Jenni is recovering and hiking again. At time of writing, she too has got
a perspective of Lake Mead, an icon together with the mountains in the greater Las Vegas region that are colored
in a unique way. Thus far, the water has not shown us its true colors: Each day, in fact, each segment of the day
it is a different shade of blue. At sunrise the one morning, it was grey.
The strip of Las Vegas at sunrise, perhaps a different view from typical. On the left is Turtlehead Peak,
the scene of a hike the previous week.
A view of Lake Mead in the late afternoon.
Some golden mountains at sunrise, one cold morning.
Although we have traveled a fair amount, we realize and know we have seen so little of the world. However,
the Lake Mead region together with the abundance of mountains both across the border into Arizona and those stretching
west of Las Vegas are treasures. Perhaps a true measure of our commitment to this area is that our initial planned-stay
was for three days. We have now renewed a further four times, 13 days so far. I would not be remiss in stating for
the record that I find the region harshly beautiful, certainly in winter.
The next few hikes will deal with interesting occurrences including as I mentioned to Jenni in a somewhat confused state,
"my best fall" while tripping on a mountain run, reaching snow in Nevada at altitude, free climbing a volcano and finally,
using a 'smart-phone' in a battle of the 'dummies'. More about that in the future.
The night after a dusting of snow, gazing into Arizona from Black Mountain, Boulder City, NV., at sunset.
The sun shone exclusively upon the city center and a few mountains...a 'wow' moment.
Boulder City in fading light from Red Mountain peak.
We would say a 'painting' but we know better. Late afternoon from peak of Red Mountain.
Looking towards Boulder Dam although it's not in view.
At Black Mountain Peak, heading to the best vantage point.
The return of the editor, sadly missed but for the 'red pen'. Better health to a sweet and strong woman.
(For the record, unsolicited.)
Pre-sunset on Red Mountain overlooking Black Mountain and the lake.
Sunset over Arizona Mountains.
Towards Boulder Dam area, the sun lights up the hotel and surroundings.
This short video contains photographs selected at random. As there are so many to choose from and not much
dedication was expended in the selection, these are clearly not what we would consider the best, as a whole. At the end
of the trip we will make a better selection. Nevertheless, we find it moving (and not just because it's a movie),
something that's so special it brings a person to an emotional state. Most of the pictures are taken from positions
looking down onto Lake Mead or in the vicinity. The lake is viewed from five or six mountain peaks in the region. Enjoy!
Click on icon (lower right 'box') for a full screen.
Cheers,
Jenni and Jeffrey
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