Phoenix Mt Preserve

I never get tired of gazing at the mountains....
Today's hike was on a moderate trail about 1.5 miles and it took about an hour;
then we traversed to another trail and hiked for a while more.

Picnic areas ( called Ramadas) are plentiful...and you can munch
and stare at the blue, blue sky in comfort.

After all the strenuous activity, a bit of R&R was called for...
pool is heated, but still feels a tad chilly until you
get in and get swimming. A good method is to go from
pool to hot tub to lounge chair ( I think that counts as
3 activities!).

Scottsdale has lots to do, if that's what you want..
It's a golfer's paradise....and has lots of walking/running paths.....
many small art galleries, as well as bigger ones in Phoenix and
Tempe...shopping galore.....lots of restaurants of any variety
that suits your taste buds......and, of course, the mountains
and opportunity to hike.

I'll read this blog and take out my pictures when
the snow flies back home......perpetual vacation-
if only in my mind:)