On one of my morning hikes, I noticed a few deer in the distance and as I kept sneaking up on them, noticed this one just sitting calmly among the others. I kept sneaking up on her, taking photos of her with my zoom lens, until I got this close. Then she decided it was enough and got up to follow the rest.
I had been to this National Forest campground 3 years ago and really enjoyed it. This is my spot this time, a little bit unlevel, but I made it work. Recapture Reservoir is nearby, and looks like a great place to boondock, but by the time I saw it, I was all settled. This area is Route 191, about halfway between Monticello and Blanding, Utah.
Mother Nature got a bit artistic with this tree root.
Some silly person decided this tree needed an occupant.
Even though the campground is at 7000', there are mountains in the distance.
Not too far away is Wilson's Arch, which I didn't get to climb last time I was in the neighborhood. So a little exploring trip was in order, along with great scenery on the way. This is Church Rock, right by the road and quite large.
Wilson's Arch.
I decided I needed to climb up to at least under the arch. This is about halfway up and I decided the other side would be easier to climb.
It may not be easier to climb on this side either, but I finally made it. The trail was quite steep.
Did I mention I don't like heights? Here I am, sitting on the rock, looking at how tiny those people and vehicles are. It looks like I could slide down easily. I will take me longer to get down safely than it did going up. The next photo shows the view on the side.
Part way down, I turned around to see my progress. I'm still not that far down, but it gives another perspective of the arch.
I was very relieved to get back on level land, congratulating myself that I made it down without incident.
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