Hint: It’s not an alien
We finally received some measurable snowfall this past week as temperatures dropped with new precipitation. Temperatures this winter have been rather mild as highs have consistently reached the 60s (F).
Watch in HiDef at Full Screen. Music is Theme I.M.C. by David Holmes.
Hoodoos are those sandstone spires you see a lot in Southern Utah, especially at Bryce Canyon. Erosion has carved a unique rock formation that isn’t easily duplicated. They had just received 8 inches of fresh powder so I had to check it out last week. By the way, it was one degree (F)
The whiteness of fresh snow against the red and orange hues of eroded sandstone at Dixie National Forest’s Red Canyon in Southern Utah. Red Canyon is a mini version of nearby Bryce Canyon National Park, whose photos will appear soon.
Watch in HiDef at Full Screen. Music is Papua New Guinea by The Future Sound Of London.
It seems that way when you visit the incomparable Bentonite Hills in Southern Utah. Bentonite is a type of clay created by volcanic eruptions millions of years ago. I’m sure the clay beds have changed in appearance over the years through erosion but these layers give you some insight into how they may have originally looked and formed.
Watch at HiDef at Full Screen. Music is Feels Like We Only Go Backwards by Tame Impala.
You saw the video but here are some photos to enjoy.
Hanksville, Utah is a small town in the middle of nowhere. Much of Southern Utah is like this and I hardly saw anyone out there except a few locals, but I found much to enjoy with the surreal landscapes.
Watch in HiDef at Full Screen. Music is Alone In Kyoto by French musical group, AIR.
I’ve probably driven near this spot 30 times over the last 15 years but didn’t know about this hidden gem. The road is a bit rough getting there but the drive is well worth it.
Watch at HiDef at Full Screen. Music is Vestiges by Martin Courtney.
You wouldn’t want to get lost in this maze of badlands. Now we know why they call them badlands.
EWatch in HiDef at Full Screen. Music is Jai Dormi Sous L’eau by the French Band AIR.
