Desert Hiking

We have a tradition of going on a hike the day after Thanksgiving. It is a great way to not go shopping and get out into nature to appreciate the good things in life. This year Grandad chose a good challenge for us, near mile marker 31 down by the Salt River (past Bulldog and just before you get to Saguaro Lake). Loyd and his boys came and were up to the challenge as well. This was quite a steep climb with falling rocks and cactus around every turn.

After eating our snacks on the top of the mountain, we chose the easy way down,.....sliding.

Oh, I forgot, the first part of the hike was walking across the Salt River. Some of us brought our water shoes so the rest of the hike wouldn't be soggy. I thought this was so cute of David helping Amy across the river.

Usually the Salt River is much higher than this. I have tubbed down this river several times as a kid with all the drunkards. It was quite an education.

Cody didn't want to get his shoes wet, so Grandad carried him. Thankgoodness for Grandad, or Indiana Jones. (Dont' you think he looks like Indiana?)

All in all, it was a great hike and we can't wait till the Christmas hike.