Saturday we were up early to drive out to a nearby National Conservation Area called Red Rocks Canyon. The visitor facility was brand new and just beautiful. They had an activity where the kids could go on a scavenger hunt and if they checked off everything they were supposed to find then they got a ranger badge. We all got into it and had a fun time finding all the dessert animals.
This was an exhibit where you could handle all the different kinds of rocks.
Outdoors there was an entire display which discussed the wildlife, environment, ancient peoples, climate etc. in the Canyon.
In here is a “cave” where the kids can explore.
After earning our badges we made the 13 mile scenic drive to see the canyon. It was breathtaking!
We got out of the car and explored one of the trail heads down a little ways. By this time it was nearly noon and probably 112 degrees out in the rocks. We saw people hiking but I think I would have wanted to wait until some other time than noon in August to try that myself.
There’s something about seeing your children walking in the dessert, they suddenly seem so small and vulnerable in such a majestic landscape. It was really awe inspiring to see this canyon and to understand how so many animals can live in such a rugged landscape. I was struck by the juxtaposition of all the manmade “wonders” of the Las Vegas strip the day before compared to those that are God-made. Simply no comparison!
The rest of the day was spent enjoying family back at the house. There was a pool and we ate BBQ and looked at old family photos and listened to stories. I didn’t take a lot of pictures because I was busy visiting!
All in all it was wonderful trip. We saw the sights, had great food and fellowship, swam in the pool, played ping pong and laughed and had a great time.
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