Another Report On Colorado Rally

[Kokopelli]

Well the stories have been told. Here's a few more photos and tales for those who missed out.

Took the long drive to Eureka from Durango and arrived at dusk on Friday night. Found a spot to settle in and woke up early Sat am to these nice views:

Note Barko's tent next to his camper. This will come into play later.

These three kept guard on the entry way so the rest of us could rest easy.

Headed up the mountains with the troops

To the roundup at the summit.

We put on our coats in the high cold altitude and played with the local wildlife.

And looked into the valley towards Lake City where we would decend.

 

[Kokopelli]

We headed down the pass towards Lake City

To the tight switchbacks getting dizzy and trying not to fall off the road.

We had to pull to the side at times to let others pass

But made our way to the intersection with American Basin

Which was rocky and slow with some easy stream crossings

After stretching our legs in American Basin, we headed down towards Lake City

 

[Kokopelli]

Looking back up towards Cinnamin Pass

We continued along shelf roads towards Lake City

While the rest of the gang headed into Lake City, we took the 4 mile steep rocky and narrow side road up to the Ghost town of Carson

That even had an area for the livestock still standing

Took the rough road a mile beyond the town up to the continental divide and site of the original town of Carson in the late 1800's (nothing left). Had a nice view of Carson (in the trees on the right) and into the valley below

 

[Kokopelli]

Back to camp for dinner and a nice evening by the fire. And for the record, Captain Leisure makes a heck of a fire and got his scout stamp for fire building!

That night we had a nasty storm with thunder, lightning, hail, and wind buffeting the campers from all directions. Got up early the next moring to assess the damage. Saw snow on the hilltops, and Barko looking for his tent (remember it was there in the first photo). The storm sucked it up into space and it was no where to be found.

KC was the first to leave, but came back about 10 minute later to inform Barko his tent was a mile or so down the road by the river. The rest of the group slowly headed out and we took our time having a leisurely breakfast and letting things dry out.

We slowly packed up and headed home, having enjoyed the weekend and excited to have met so many of the great folks from this group that were able to show up. Looking forward to the next rally!

 

[Marc]

Outstanding photos and story. I think I can honestly say that are WTW gatherings just get better and better because of the great folks that share the same zest for adventure.

Cheers

 

[davinski]

Nice photos and write up. Will have to work on organizing one of these WTW meetings. just sounds like so much fun!

dave

 

[SunMan]

Great pics and story, that must've been a heckuva a storm. Gracias.

 

[DLN]

Very good report and pics, thanks for posting and keep 'em coming.

 

[chnlisle]

Nice. Thanks

 

[DirtyDog]

It was great to meet you guys!

Reminder: you said that anytime I'm in Durango and I need a place to stay....... well I just about got the Uhaul all packed up so make room in the driveway!

 

[Kokopelli]

Reminder: you said that anytime I'm in Durango and I need a place to stay....... well I just about got the Uhaul all packed up so make room in the driveway!

I did tell you we live in the camper on a different street each night didn't I? Seriously, you've got a bed and hot shower anytime you want. Great to meet you and thanks for coming out to play in our "backyard".

 

[kcowyo]

Great shots Kokopelli, and bonus points for running up to Carson solo.

Nice to meet you on your home turf, I hope our paths will cross again sometime!