Silvia goes to Melissa's!

I finally got to Flagstaff. Was a quick trip to see the cuz.

I got to see Dan, my UMaine and Rose Bike alumn.  Thanks Dan for telling us the secret spots to bike in Flagstaff.  I loved the biking in Flagstaff!

Let's just say that 12 hours in the car and a broken camera lense (again) later... I had a good time.  Thanks for the David Sedaris CD Em!

Arizona Trail, Flagstaff, AZ

Carson Valley Livin'

This is a long update...

I have started my new USFS job based out of Carson City, Nevada.  I am living in government housing about 12 miles South on US 395 in Minden.  It is the first time in 2 years that I’ve had to drive to work.   There are no bike lanes on 395.  Carson City has an active bicycle advocacy group I may get involved with. I'm somewhat tired of moving, but this whole year has been an adventure that I never planned. So I'm rolling with it, and making new friends, and missing my family and friends back home as always. 

GLORIOUS Housing behind a gate

Almost Out of Mammoth

Here are some low quality photos of my last week in Mammoth, before starting my Backcountry Ranger job in the Carson Ranger District, 2 hours North. Job starts Monday!  Lots of ACL strain, but it'll be worth it.

Had Mint Juleps and drinks with Lauren (my NEK gal) thanks to Matt, my friend from MAUHS, at the Double Eagle Resort in June Lake.  

Walking with the dogs I was dogsitting

fresh snow a few days ago (it was almost June then) and the dogs like to play

Nordic trail we explored. Still PLENTY of the white stuff here. 

Yes, there is a phone booth, and yes, I had pie.  Steven and I went hiking toward Hilton Lakes, out of Rock Creek Road, and the trail was all snow. ALL SNOW!