November 19, 2012

The Quail and the Dead by Talewriter
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Day 1 of our 'over the river and through the woods' jaunt. We've never been on Hwy 178 before, but really enjoyed being a bit off the beaten path. Thanks for the pioneer cemetery cache! One of my favorite types. mjp303



Red Hill (AKA Cinder Hill) by this2shalpas
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Thanks for pointing out this cinder cone volcano. We enjoyed learning more about the geology of this area. Glad we didn't have to climb to the top! Thanks, mjp303



Fossil Falls by TeamNulti2003
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Fantastic earthcache! The potholes looked quite out of place in this now arid location. We really enjoyed scrambling around on the rocks. Thanks, mjp303



Fantastic Fossil Falls Frolic by Bear&Dirtybird
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What a interesting place! I've been close-by several times, but never took the time to stop. It was fun to imagine the water swirling and crashing over the rocks. TFTC! mjp303



Walker Pass by jeanthebean Adopted by Autoteach & Red Lady
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Pleasant mountain drive on our way to Death Valley and beyond for Thanksgiving. Always good to get off the beaten path a bit! This stop was the high-point (literally) of a day that included a visit to Badwater and everything in between. TFTC! mjp303



Death Valley Earthcache by bushbaby_444
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We stopped on our way into Death Valley. Thanks for teaching us about all of the amazing geology in this beautiful place. While figuring out the answers, a retired coal miner struck up a conversation and pointed out even more to us. TFTEC! mjp303



Mesquite Flats Dune Field by TerryDad2
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A trip to Death Valley wouldn't be complete without a stop at the Dunes. The kids were determined to hike out to the tallest dune, but quickly got tired out. Jumping off of a smaller dune was plenty fun! Thanks! mjp303



Death Valley by Volksdansje
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What a perfect day to be exploring in Death Valley! Thanks for sharing the very interesting history and geology of the borax mines. mjp303



Death Valley, The Badlands at Zabriskie Point by Darkpommes
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Zabriskie Point was one of our favorite places to visit in Death Valley. We arrived close to sunset, and the colors were fantastic. Thanks for the geology lesson! mjp303



Devil's Golf Course by Chod
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This spot was definitely the highlight of our visit to Death Valley. The light was fantastic just before the sun dropped down below the Panamint mountains, around 4:30 on this short winter day! Thanks for pointing out the location! mjp303