So here we are, happily settled in to one of our long-time favorite rustic hide-aways....Ramhorn Springs Campground. We first stayed here years ago and make it back almost every year. (Last year's post is here) It's rustic, but that doesn't mean unpopulated. The place is often buzzing with activity. This time we were lucky enough to be early in the day so we snagged our favorite, and seldom available, campsite.
We're under the trees and right next to the little creek, which made a big impression on the dogs, as it's HOT in the middle of the day, and they love the cool running water. We really loved hearing the trickle of the stream and enjoyed the ever-changing reflections. You can't beat running water for relaxation.
We thought we were going to have the place to ourselves for one night at least, until a neighbor rolled in about 1:30 A.M. and then another about a half hour after that. No worries, there's enough space for all of us. Our other favorite spot is under those trees at the base of the cliff, ahead of the truck.
Unfortunately, the maintenance of this campground is being sadly neglected. The road in hasn't been graded for a long time, and east entrance road is badly eroded around the cattle guard. The donation box not only was devoid of envelopes, but it has become home to a wasp nest. All the trash cans were overflowing, and had obviously been full for quite some time. I know budgets are tight, but it's sad to see it so badly neglected. Those shortcomings didn't dim our enjoyment of the area, however.
Happy Birthday America!!
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| Cooks and supervisors |
We're kicking back and relaxing after the two week stay in Gardnerville with our friends the Finchs.
Ten chickens, two briskets, and more ribs than you can imagine went into the meal. . . which is a three day running affair! Lots of great sides too!
The holiday celebration lasts at least a week long, and we had a very enjoyable time visiting neighbors and old friends who had traveled to the party, and making some new friends along the way.
More BBQ pics in the album
We took a short trip back in time one morning and went next door to visit Gold Gulch, the ghost town Gary and Alice are building.
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| He's been here longer than we have! |
This year's additions include the jail and several "ghost" residents.
We took a few photos then sat by the stream that runs into their pond and watched a quail family come in to drink.
As soon as they left a Rusty blackbird arrived and began to fish for the small goldfish. What a relaxing morning. It's hard to compete with the sound of running water and the aroma of desert sage.
See more of Gold Gulch here
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