At Red Alkali Lake we defied Peters wise words, and climbed the loose basalt up to a cave. From there we watched, like hawks circling the sky, looking out at the dry valley. We watched Jayden almost get sucked into … Continue reading
As we climbed to the top of the plateau, not knowing what was in store for us, our neurons fired with excitement. We were met with satisfaction when we reached the top. Our minds blown from the actual scale; the … Continue reading
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The southern escarpment is an area located just south of camp. Here, there was a small rock outcropping that we found shelter underneath when a few drops began to fall. Thick, golden grasses tickled our ankles and played with the … Continue reading
At Red Alkali Lake, there was evidence of the drought. Arid ground cracked beneath our feet and a hawk circled above, looking for any prey we might stir up. We sat on a boulder and watched the day go by, … Continue reading
The babbling brook, as I’m sure everyone will write, is babbling. I see a microscopic, seemingly endless expanse. It flows as I hope to do, into the distance. A leafy cloud cover, pinescrapers slashing through its softness to the god … Continue reading
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