All good things...

So we are nearing the final phase of what has been a pretty epic trip and really amazing time for us - we are on our way home. This past month has been so much fun! So much fun that we are already planning the next adventure - what better way to pass the long hours of driving than by dreaming up another road trip?

Our week in Moab began with a hike out to the Fisher Towers - the scenery and terrain were pretty spectacular and there are quite a few famous climbs in the area. Andrew was getting a bit excited about tackling another multi pitch desert tower, but I was still feeling a bit faint of heart from the Independence Monument the week before, so we agreed to take on Fisher Towers when on our next trip to Moab. After the hike, we visited a local winery (we can find wine anywhere, it is a gift) and then headed into Moab where we set up camp for the week. As with Fruita, we were joined by a few other families from the Pass who were all staying near-by (some closer than others) and so we coordinated rides throughout the week, but also did our own thing. The sun came out in full force in Moab, so if you didn't get out to ride first thing in the morning then you'd pay for it later once the heat of the day hit.

We did our best to keep Indi and Scout comfortable by taking them out swimming and keeping them in the shade, but the local lizard population thwarted our attempts to keep them from over doing it and they were pretty beat by the end up the week (although they certainly weren't the only ones). In addition to getting out on the bikes, we also spent an afternoon climbing with Jeff, Jenice and Jasper - definitely a highlight.

We celebrated the end of the week with a group dinner at the Moab Brewery and since then everyone has gone their separate ways. Andrew and I hit the road this morning and are spending the night in Jackson, Wyoming. It's a pretty neat spot and we are debating spending a bit of time here tomorrow or else making the hard push home - thoughts?