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| no partners | | Mom got caught by a phishing attack again. Not sure what makes you want to confirm that you canceled your cable when you didn't cancel your cable, but alas, this is a thing that apparently hooks many. ](https://hikearizona.com/dex2/images/smilies/eusa_wall.gif "Brick wall")
At the same time I could have been there to help prevent it, I was in a wilderness exploring. 
After a night near the China Diamond, I met up with the local ranch owner who told me it was very dry this year. Too dry to ranch anymore. His family had been here for a few generations and he continues to put effort in to keep water running despite the lack of cattle. He mentioned a couple of the highlights out there and some stories behind them, but I was just there to explore.
Without looking for them, I ran into a couple of things that matched descriptions he had mentioned. Some real unique finds unlike anything I've encountered before. Without an explanation, would I have figured it out? Perhaps not. Even upon returning, research for more info turned up nothing, and emails to folks who should know went unanswered. And I appreciate that kind of mystery. I hope you do too. 
I found a historic military route like the Crook Trail, only this one was not designated in modern times and hasn't been marked by the boy scouts. It's still interesting to encounter the history and imagine the past travel across the area.
Along the way, incredibly fascinating geology, scenic canyons, rugged mountains, and distant views. Not much wildlife, though the signs are there. A time less affected by drought might be interesting here. |
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