Friday June 30, 2023
Miles: 75.18 – Total accent: 1,773
Totals:. Miles-1,396.17 – Accent- 51,332 feet climbed – 121.39 hrs in the saddle
Set under the trees and near a river, the tent was a perfect serene setting for a peaceful night’s sleep. The sun rose and birds sang. Time for the next day’s adventure.
Breakfast at the Cowboy Cafe was even better with Dick and Nancy Riddle nearby. They are from the area and share many insights into its history and local activity.
We are still at 6,000 feet plus elevation. We roll out into a beautiful sunny day. About 10 miles out of town, the National Museum of Military Vehicles is to our right. We stop by and discover what an amazing collection it has. We are told it takes hours to see everything. It looked amazing.
Wide open spaces in an upper desert environment, we see pronghorns scattered throughout the landscape. I see a cactus blooming at the edge of the road.
It was a quiet day on the bike. Long stretches, minimal traffic and a great time for music.
As we neared Lander, painted hills appeared. The colors were grand!
Once in Lander, we did a little grocery shopping, made dinner and settled in for the night. It was a wonderful, peaceful day.
