Sunday, November 15, 2015

Bandelier National Monument Fun


The scout troop got to camp at Bandelier National Monument this weekend.  The boys went for the weekend... E- and I opted to go up for the day on Saturday.  This is a fantastic park with so much architectural history and a gorgeous fall day to boot!  


We started with a little historical movie and a quick museum jaunt.  Then off to the loop hike and some history from one of the Troop Dad's.


Cool - this rock formation looks like a tree!




You can even climb up in the kivas!  Too much fun!  



E - and some of the Venture Crew (top and bottom)




Here's M- and his "cool" patrol


E- and some of the crew

Bandelier was super fun - the only problem was that E- and I had to leave earlier than we would have liked to make it back for mass!  Also, some longer hikes would have been great.  Oh well - just leaves time for more exploring in the future!




On the ride home E- and I took the scenic route and stopped at Battleship Rock for a quick side hike.



I'm in the picture - can you find me?


The evening sun coming down on the cottonwoods was amazing.  Honestly, the photos just don't capture the beauty!


Fun weekend!  I just wish we could get out and hike this area more than we do!  






















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