62.31 Four Western States (UCAN): Views of mostly desert lakes visited over the past 6 months (December through May with a 14-days break.)
We love, which seems paradoxical, the fact that in the desert regions of the western states, exist some of the finest examples of lakes, dams and rivers, not to forget incredible landscapes, rock formations and coloring. We'll halt there. Need we mention the Colorado River, Lakes Havasu, Powell, Mead, Roosevelt, Hoover Dam, ...just for starters. One of us is inclined to go over the top in praise of these regions and places, (better than going under the surface), as might have been noticed over the years by even the least discerning readers. I have mentioned in the past and will repeat myself in stating that the greatest positive effect the United States has had upon me is via the Colorado River. Every place wet by the river including stretching large distances outward, has touched, influenced, educated and uplifted me. I truly believe had I not had the privilege of being on Hike-about, my life would have been emptier, unfulfilled, one of limited experiences and de...