Thompson Peak

Today was sunny & warm– perfect for a morning hike. The tall cacti are amazing-
In attached pic, notice the height- David is 6' tall, so cacti is???
Guided hikes spotlight the geology and flora and fauna; may try to take one.

The Gateway trail was mostly uphill for first half of hike; thin air gives your lungs
a good workout. ...you need a few water breaks/ breathing breaks along the way,
but the scenery is quintessential SouthWest: desert and mountains and blue
sky. The hike down was much easier; just need to watch for loose stones and some
rocks that pop up. Bike riders were doing this trail- must have great stamina!

Afternoon " activity" was reading around the pool:)

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