Hello and Welcome to a Late Edition of Tuesday Tidbits!
It’s been a fun few days here at Two Trails One Road. We experienced a fun Jeep ride this past week that took us into the mountains at about 6000 ft. elevation in the Prescott National Forest.
And this is what we encountered. SNOW!
The problem is that this road turns into a dirt trail that is not plowed. This can be dangerous especially on hairpin turns with no guardrails! So we stopped and before we turned around we made a snowman!
We got turned around and ended up on a beautiful dirt trail called Copper Basin. Beautiful views!
We came across this photographer that was taking pictures of Abert Squirrels! They are gray in color and have big tufted ears. Adorable!
If you look on the ground of the above picture you will find the Ponderosa Pine needles down on the ground. They feed on almost everything of the Ponderosa Pine… the cones, buds, twigs, fungus and tree sap! When they are through with a certain twig… they throw it down to the ground!
As we drove down the mountain we also encountered some thick clouds…
The Arizona Blue Sky tried to regain its true self as the day went on!
Another adventure had by us… and it was fun! 😀
And back down here in the Valley… the Phoenix area… the Lupines are blooming, trees have green buds and we have our Arizona blue skies!
Thank you for reading! As always I look forward to your lovely comments!
It looks like 2 different seasons between the mountain and the valley! The squirrel is so cute with those big ears.
Our state is very well known for exactly what you described. And it’s all due to elevation change. They say that here in Arizona you can golf in the morning and snow ski in the afternoon! All because of quick elevation change.
Happy Week to you!
What a lovely day! Beautiful scenery and that squirrel!
That squirrel was…
A D O R A B L E!
Thanks for traveling along with us!
Nancy, your wanderings are always interesting and fun. You have not sat down since retiring, but you are grabbing every day with gusto…love it! Interesting info on the squirrel and beautiful scenery at 6000 feet. Oh those gorgeous lupines!
Happy Wednesday my friend!!
The wild Lupines always make me SMILE! 💜
And yes… we are a very active couple who love exploring all this Public Land here in AZ! So much to see!
But today we stay put … as I need to work on sewing my felt flowers! I plan on sharing soon!
Happy Wednesday to you! 😊
Another fun Jeep ride. Snow, a cute squirrel, and blue skies all in one day. It’s easy to see why you enjoy your winters there.
It’s all this Public Land that we just can not get enough of! So many places to explore.
And yes… you said it perfectly… this is why we love tomWinter here!
Another lovely Tuesday Tidbit, Nancy! Your photos always warm my heart and make me smile. ❤️
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That squirrel is adorable! It’s funny though seeing you post with snow; so used to cactus 🙂
The higher elevation can surprise us!
And we saw more of those squirrels…
A D O R A B L E! 😊
You guys have toooooo much fun ♥
We do! Perfectly said!
Great outing. I noticed the photographer was wearing a coat. This time of year layers must be required.
Indeed! Here in AZ because there are mountain ranges… in the winter months we can reach snow in just an hour from where we live. Then return to a warm sunny day in the Valley. No coat is needed today here in the Valley.
And yes… this was a fun adventure!
Awesome pictures – love those tall pines!
The tall pines are gorgeous! Love them too! Thanks for the visit my friend!
You had a couple of seasons in one day. 🙂
Perfectly said! Fun day!
Beautiful snow scenery, Nancy. Love that squirrel capture!
It was a snowy wonderland! Wasn’t that squirrel just the cutest!
You are still kids at heart building a snowman! I love it!💕
Yes indeed… we were kids for a little while!
So glad you enjoyed!
What an incredible day in nature! I love how you are often outside exploring and enjoying, and sharing with us! Beautiful….
Jenna
Glad you enjoyed the ride!
Amazing what a change in elevation will do! Loved your cute little snowman. Enjoy those spring blossoms! Beautiful.
Thank you Sweet Sue!
That looks like a fabulous jeep ride! What a wonderful way to see a lot of different nature in one trip.
Love Prescott area….stunning pics Nancy…gotta love the diversity of Arizona!
Exactly Kirt! This state is diverse from North to South and East to west! It’s amazing!
Thank you for your kind words. Happy week to you!