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62.21 Nevada, Reno: Beauty, tranquility, color, harmony, power and charm...something to witness in order to aid a re-balance...Hike-about 62.

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  The photographs below are a handful, not covering the full hike, but published to satisfy our need of beauty, of some magnificence.   After 3 or more miles, we reach a set of towers on a mountain where we ate brunch and digested the views. The combination of the snow-capped mountains of substance, the lake to our side, the clouds appearing to emulate the range in form and the position itself, plus the delightful spring coloring, combined to create a unique and uplifting sight and feeling. We noticed, only later, the United States Flag on the side of the mountain. We read the following excerpt about it: 'The C(arson) Hill Flag measures 120 feet by 65 feet. Google-map "Carson City," and the flag shows up in satellite images. Its story has inspired U.S. troops serving in combat. It has spawned a business, a marriage and a baby. Sep 11, 2011.'   The range is overpowering, the snow lies thick, we are in awe while the US flag, although flat, is nevertheless dignifi...

62.04 Nevada: 5-city peaks brought to us by B.B.C. (Beautiful Boulder City).

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Lake Mead from a less typical position, covering fractions of Nevada and Arizona. Jen making another crossing. Looking across at Red- and Black- Mountains, located within the city boundaries. The Lake is on view from most positions of a little height. A close up of these delightful city climbs with views (from them) of Lake Mead, French Mountain, Charleston Range, some Arizona Mountains and yes, Las Vegas. Climbing against a background hard to believe. Reaching another small peak. Call for brunch...the position dictates that this should be another enjoyable meal.    Cheers,  Jenni and Jeffrey

61.50 Arizona: Lake Havasu: Balanced Rock via Acoma Parking Entrance.

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A quiet local jaunt. Coming down a mountain bordering the lake. Inviting water. What happens when a person runs out of stones? Plenty more on the mountains. Always a couple of diversions, obstacles, but continuing along the route. Jen reaching close to the end of the road. Looks, feels and is rugged, softened by the attractive lake. A big finish and in color.    Cheers,  Jenni and Jeffrey