Fires dominated the views on today's 103 mile ride. Everywhere you looked you could see the billowing clouds of smoke from several fires that have started in the last few days. The Colorado forests have had major infestations of the Pine Beetle which has left many standing dead trees. Picture of rock outcropping could be the "Great Wall of Colorado". The picture also captures how many dead trees are in the forest....no wonder there are fires! Left Wyoming early this morning to avoid headwinds which worked for the first 3 miles and then the winds picked up. Crossed over the Colorado border and started to transition from the arid high desert to the mountains of Colorado. Major climb up Willow Creek Pass during the peak heat of the day this afternoon.. More climbing in the Colorado Rockies tomorrow.
Oh, Mel! I'm thinking of you on those long, hot, headwind days!
Thank you for taking the time and a tad bit of energy to share your adventures. I look forward to your daily posts that provide a unique look out your window, one that most of us will never get to view. The damage to the trees in Colorado from the Pine Beatle is striking. I wasn't aware, and am grateful for the new knowledge. Thank you again for riding on behalf of our youth, promoting their well being in so many ways. I am honored to be a partner in those efforts. Will send out my list of ideas of how we can help, to local school administrators, teachers, and counselors yet today. Where will you be a…