(nr Winston NM)
On another hike near my camp in the mountains, I came across a rather rocky arroyo. It was pretty steep and rugged with drop offs and sheer sides. I like the dramatic look.
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An arroyo is a drainage that is usually dry, except when there is runoff from rain or snowmelt. Often resulting in flash floods, so the flow can be sudden, rapid and strong.
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As the photos show, the waters can move rocks of considerable size. And, drag the soil a good distance. The results can be some pretty amazing reorganization of the landscape.
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Rocks, drop offs, eroded walls, sandy washes, and imaging the water rushing through. Of course, this is all delightful to my eyes.
Camp: Gila NF-Taylor Peak Rd boondock
Scene: Arroyo, forest, camp
Nice formations. How are you doing with the virus and the fires out your way?
So many rocks, so little time.