St. George

We've been in St. George for a few weeks now, and we're loving it! Endless sunshine, warm days, a hot tub and grill on the patio, and lizards and squirrels living in our backyard (Aly loves them). Dave works with an excellent doctor (who coincidentally lives in our new ward) and is enjoying the experience he is getting. He has quite a bit of time off since the doctor he is under works with scouting and has to take several weeks off for trips over the summer. We have been taking advantage of the days off to see all the incredible sights nearby.

Although the desert is a far cry from coastal Oregon, the recreation here is unbelievable. We've already explored Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Snow Canyon, and the local Pioneer Park. We also live only 2 blocks from the Virgin River, and are just waiting for the water levels to drop a bit so we can do some tubing one of these evenings.

Here are some photos from some of our recent escapades in the local red rock formations.

Aly's hairband fell out on the trail, but it was a good place for the rugged look.

Some of the "painted" rocks

Bryce Canyon. Here's us at the top. 

Erin and Nolan on one of the most scenic hikes in the world... still toward the top. We went from top to bottom, then back up again. Unbelievably beautiful!

Some of the "Hoodoos" of Bryce seen from the bottom.

Kolob Canyons at Zion