56.09 Page, Arizona: Colorado River, exploring the 'demilitarized' banks of the river.

 A few days before, we mentioned halting for federal security guards at the Bureau for Reclamation (USBR), in Page. Although we had completed the stretch we wished to undertake, we were not able to return the same way. (56.06) We remember the song 'Ferry, cross the Mersey' by Gerry and..., so we thought we'd hike along the other side of the river. However, the entry way is blocked with, wait for it, 'No trespassing' signs. Fair enough. However, we walked lower down and further in where hikers are permitted to roam together with the other prairie animals. 

  Once we'd reach our destination point, we would then be able to stand opposite the (USBR) and 'pull faces'. Just kidding. We're not that immature and of course we'd never do something as silly as that. Instead, if Jenni was feeling really aggressive and nasty, she might force me to sing a song or two for the government. Now that might intimidate the feds and anyone else within hearing distance for that matter. 

  Long story short, we reached the position directly opposite the base on the other side of the river. It was most rewarding which was highlighted by some steep and exciting hills and massive boulders along the fabulous Colorado. Fortunately, we were left alone and after departing post-brunch, passed some wonderful bouldering opportunities. More accurately, we did not pass them but rather, climbed over and along them. 

 Not surprisingly, the federal government has its wires crossed for a change.
Jen is enroute.
Curves and shadows, definitely a female form...body of water.
That's the facility of USBR at which we were halted a few days before. We certainly hope we are acting within the law from this side of the Colorado. I'd like to see someone pursue us across the river whether with or without a swimsuit.
The drop from the highpoint of the hike to the top of the wall was surprisingly steep.
Hard to resist these obstacles.
Jen looks like she'll hit a brick wall...maybe, climb-over.
Scope for much variation. The dark matter to the right is the water as well as the federal government.
Jen comes over the rise to confront the Colorado.
Stopped for brunch on the curve.
Distinctive walls.

Ahoy down there!
Completed the climb shown earlier.
Cheers, 

Jenni and Jeffrey