39.11 "Touched by the Great Colorado River—a tribute to it and its tributaries as well as Joanne and Ron."
At sunrise, a flock flying south reflect off the rising sun alongside Lake Powell and Glen Canyon Dam, Page, AZ. A very special couple, Joanne and Ron Allegretto from Vancouver, whom we met in Palm Desert 6-7 years ago, made a comment that we thought both interesting and perceptive. Following their observation and the fact that we spent much time pursuing the Colorado River on this trip and on many other hikes over the years, decided to publish some pictures which we term, "Touched by the Great Colorado River—a tribute to it and its tributaries." Far be it for us to profess to have teachable knowledge about the River and other topics; nevertheless, it's nice to share experiences that might inform and at the same time, entertain. Over the years we've developed an affinity for places, those in the wilds in particular. Why has it occurred: Who knows? We do realize that whether it be the Colorado River, The Sentinel in South Africa, Vihren Peak in Bulgaria and m...