Just a few quick photos from last Friday mornings visit to the cabin. After a rainy week of work, It felt great to be up there soaking in the sun. Made a stop at the pond in the Upper Meadows where I quickly dozed off- no frogs yet. Then a drive to say hello to my favorite tree. I do want to spend a night there once this summer… On the way out, stopped at the cabin and said hello to Dad who was working around the cabin. A short drive down and I was back parking the 4runner in it’s spot downtown. Oh how I love summer:).
Though it was a quick trip, the other weekend I headed up to Georgetown for a morning ride on the Georgetown Loop. This would be my first train ride of the season and couldn’t ask for a more perfect morning!
Still getting used to this concept of walking over to the 4runner and heading out somewhere for an outing instead of a 50 minute trek just to get it. Looking forward to summer!
On the train and waiting to depart Devils Gate station. A beautiful morning!
After two years of rocking a rental from work, it felt great to have the 4runner out in the desert- and actually wheel it! Back in 2002, Gemini Bridges was the first trail I ever ran in Moab. So it felt fitting to do it this year. Matt, the leader for Gemini Bridges on Thursday welcomed me as the gunner for the day. Vendor night was awesome and can’t thank everyone enough for the support of the posters. Later, Daniel buzzed us up and down Main Street in Long Cruiser. Friday I hoped in with Gary and for the 40’s only run that Tim set up. With some 20 rigs, we had an impressive line up. That night at the raffle, it seemed everyone around me one something. Saturday would find us back at the car show- something I’ve missed the past few years. Saturday night we found a spot on main street and set up the lawn chairs and watch the cars go by. Anytown USA:).
Back in Moab with some extra parts, Lee gets the 200 LC back into action just in time for Cruise Moab. After this pic, I set the camera down and lent a hand.
Ok, not before snapping this pic of Chase watching on.
My first trail ride for Cruise Moab in quite a few years. My first ever trail was Gemini Bridges. Since I actualy was going to be driving my 4runner to Moab this trip, felt it fitting to run Gemini Bridges again. Upon showing up to the trail meet up spot Matt, the leader for the day was like “oh your my gunner”. So much for an easy day on the trail (it still was).
We averaged 200 miles a day and at one point had 14 vehicles. It’s good to know that at after exploring the desert for 20 + years, there’s still places unknow.
After joining up with most of the gang outside Idaho Springs, we caravanned west to camp. Stopping first just bellow Vail Pass for an unexpected delay- Sean almost brought out the grill to make some lunch.
A little behind in posting this years Cruise Moab poster, but pretty excited with how it turned out! Dad and I started working on the design back in the fall. A few months before Cruise Moab, we managed to get this years poster printed- 8 color runs total.
It sure felt good to be back at Cruise Moab this year showing off another poster (and wheeling my 4runner). Out of an eddition of 32, I came home with only three posters.
Last weekend, I ended up taking a PTO day on Sunday (my Monday). With a three day weekend, I headed up to the cabin on Saturday to finally enjoy a night up there. After picking up the 4runner from storage and loading up a few things, I made my way up the hill. Crossing into the property, it sure felt great to be up there with the 4runner. The weather was a bit moody, but after getting settled at the cabin made my way to the pond in the upper meadows. Always love stopping there and just soaking in the view.
Back at the cabin, I got the fire going in the winter quarters and settled in for the night. Later that evening a friend from the club would join me for the rest of the night. Always good to catch up. Woke up early the next morning and enjoyed the morning light on Mt. Blue Sky before heading back to downtown. Definitely a needed visit!
A fine morning at the apartment before heading up to the cabin.
Last Thursday I was able to take a PTO day and join a friend for this years Stock Show Parade (119th annual). Though the cold temps kept the Steers away, it was a fun time watching the parade go up 17th Street from Union Station. After, we headed over to the local watering hole to warm up a bit. Some pics I got from the parade.
Seems I’ve been on a late streak with getting my yearly “Wanderin’ the West” yearly calendar out. This years calendar turned out really good. We ended up using a heavier weight paper for the inside pages.
A small spiral bound calendar measuring 12″ x 18″ when opened and hanging on the wall. being a bit lighter on the travels this year (thanks to me moving in February), this calendar has a good mix of old trips and new. Fun.
I’m selling the calendars for $20 each. This includes shipping.
Early in November My Dad and I flew out to St. Paul for a quick weekend to visit family. It’s crazy to think that this was my first time getting on a plane since covid hit. Dad and I flew in on Thursday, got to see the new West security check in, then arrived in MSP. Getting our rental through work for the weekend, I befriended the area manager. This led to a 20 plus minute tour of there operations. I was a bit jealous of things being in a garage.
After, short drive and we were at my brothers house. Picked up my nephew and brother and settled in for a fine evening. Even got to see my brothers studio. The next day was a full one with family. Dad and I went for a walk over the high bridge over the Mississippi. Theme for the day was trains. Sadly we messed up and got to Choo Choo Bobs after they closed. That evening we hit the local pub. Fun to see such a close neighborhood. A evening walk with my brother before another chill night with fam. The next day Dad and I flew back to the hustle of Denver. Upon getting home, we decide this needs to be a yearly trip. And I decided I need to get on a plane more:).
A fine sunrise from the apartment to start the days adventure to St. Paul.
crazy to think that this is the first time I’ve flown since before the pandemic. Definitely felt good to get on a plane again.
Once we landed at MSP, we headed to pick up the rental. After checking in at the Enterprise booth, I introduced myself to the area manager. After chatting a bit, he ended up showing my Dad and I around the operations for a good 20 minutes. Fun to see another airport facility. After the area manager got us into our rental and on our way.
It wasn’t a far drive from the airport to my Brothers home. After going out for dinner, I got a tour of his house. Some pictures of his painting studio in the detached barn in the back yard.
