On The Road to Mesa Verde National Park September 30,2011

Back on the road to Mancose Colorado and Mesa Verde National Park.   This was a 226 mile drive day and we stopped at Four Corners where Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Utah come together.  That was quite interesting and glad we made the stop.  On the way to A&A Mesa Verde RV Park there was some discretion with directions according to all the navigation systems we have.  I think some will be in a time out tonight.... Ed recommends the freezer overnight.  The map that Ed printed out was close but had a few misdirections but we all finally made it.  We had heavy snacks tonight, as you know I cannot spell the formal word for snacks... maybe one of these days..  Some of the roads coming in were pretty rough.  We bent the heck out of mudflap in back of the RV and Ed had to remove it.  There were also some very ignorant drivers out there today.   On to Mesa Verde National Park tomorrow....

So until next time.....

Rest Area

Butch and Betty at Four Corners

Ed at Four Corners

Arizona Seal

Colorado Seal

New Mexico Seal

Utah Seal

Ed, Butch, George and Betty

Butch, Gail, Ed, George, Ed M., Bev, Tom. Bev R. Carol, Betty

Potty Stop

Lake Powel September 28, 29, 2011

I figured I would not have an Internet connection and I was correct.

We left St. George yesterday and had an easy day drive, only 155 miles. The roads were good and we all made it without incident. We were able to see a little bit of this Wahweap Campground and Resort. The campsites are great, very roomy and no dirt. There is a hotel and boat ramps, Houseboats, private and for rent, just a huge resort. Weather is in the mid 90’s which is warm for this area at this time of year. We had Happy Hour and made plans for the next day……. We always have Happy Hour ya know!!!

Butch, Betty, Ed M., Carol, Jeff, Gail, Ed and I went into Page and had breakfast this morning Ranch House Grille, very nice breakfast. We visited the Glen Canyon Dam and saw a movie on how the dam and bridge were built. There will be pictures to show how spectacular this structure really is. Construction on the Dam started in October 1956. The main purpose of the dam was to provide water storage for the Southwest and to generate power for the growing communities. The Glen Canyon Bridge was actually built in California then disassembled. Then half the bridge was transported to each side of the canyon. By 1959 Glen Canyon Bridge was completed permitting trucks to deliver supplies to build the dam. Glen Canyon Dam was dedicated by Lady Bird Johnson on September 22, 1966.

This afternoon, we took a 21/2 boat ride around Lake Powell. This area is so beautiful. The rock formations are all so different. The colors are spectacular and there are like sketches in the rocks. There are many variations and people can see different scenes in the same rock. We went through a very narrow canyon where you could almost touch the sides of the rocks, which we were told absolutely not to do. There were other boats in this area and one I thought for sure we were going to collide with. It was a beautiful day and enjoyed the beauty of this area on this boat trip.


We had our Happy Hour and enjoyed our last evening at Lake Powell. I would love to come back to this area again...




Until next time.....

Betty in that cute pink hat

Rock Formation

Glen Canyon Bridge

Glen Canyon Bridge

Ed in front of our camp at Waweap Campground

Going through the Canyon on the boat

Glen Canyon Power Plant

Flag on our boat

God Bless America

George and Ed on the boat

Glen Canyon Dam

You are going to have to guess on this one!

Happy Hour



Waweap Marina



Waweap Marina

Awesome Rock Formtions

You can see so many different things

Rock looks like it is going to tumble

Marina and Coal Fuel Power Plant

St. George, Utah, September 27, 2011

Our last full day here in St. George. We were finally able to open windows last night for a cool breeze, rather than run the air conditioner. It is still quite warm here today about 86 degrees.


The golfers, Ed M., Carol, Steve, Butch, Tom and Jeff were off to the golf course this morning. They played at Sunbrook, I am assuming 18 holes by how tired they looked when they got back. Butch said it was a nice course and he played an 82 I think… He said that was good…. See if I get anymore scores later.


Ed and George visited Snow Canyon. A lot more steep cliff rocks and lava rock eruptions also. They saw a bobcat. After they hiked up a steep road they found out they could have driven up there. They recommend a visit there also if in this area.


Gail stayed back at camp doing domestic chores. Bev R. took Vinnie to get groomed. He looks so cute but if I were Vinnie, I would protest the blue ribbons… Still cute tho!!! Sue, Betty, Bev and Maureen checked out our favorite stores, Dillards, Chico’s and Coldwater Creek.. A few bargains were found.


Ed, George, Betty and I went to visit the St George Temple. We had a bit of a tour but I really wanted to see the Temple and was told we were not allowed to. This I did not know, I would think any House of God would welcome visitors but evidently the Latter Days of Saints are very strict on this policy. The tour was interesting but getting quite long so we had to leave early to get back to get ready to go see the play Grease tonight.


We went to the Tuacahn Amphitheater to see the play Grease. We also had dinner at the theater which was very good. There were hamburgers, French fries, onion rings, BBQ chicken veggies, salad bar and dessert, lemonade or water… We are in a dry State. They theme the meals to the plays which is fun. This theater is amazing; it is a part of Tuacahn High School. Gorgeous grounds and the backdrop is all natural rock. Have never seen anything like this anywhere else. The play was entertaining but it was a late night for us all. Hehe most of us are in bed by the time the play let out. Thank you George and Bev for setting this up for us, it was really neat.


On our trips with Butch and Betty it got to be a joke, probably annoying to Butch but hey what the heck…. I would ask what time we are leaving… for anything on the trip, well now I am just going to ask Butch… Where is Gracie?????


We will be leaving for Page Arizona tomorrow, not sure if we will have a connection but I will try and do brief updates from the Ipad until we are connected again, so if you don’t hear from us for a few days… we will be back.


Until next time……….

George at Snow Canyon

Snow Canyon

Snow Canyon

Snow Canyon

Statue of Jesus Christ at the

St. George Latter Day of Saints Temple

George, Ed, Maureen and Betty

We are thinking of good friends while taking this picture.

We love you Mike and Rosie

St. George Utah, Zion Park… September 26, 2011

A gorgeous day here in St. George Utah. It amazes me whenever we visit new territory, just how beautiful our country is. Was a bit cooler this morning, clouds in the sky and these gorgeous mountains makes a perfect backdrop.



About 10:00 am, Butch Betty, Ed M., Carol, Tom, Bev, Ed and I headed to Zion National Park. What an awesome day, it was not really too hot a bit of breeze now and then. We parked and took the tour bus as there are no vehicles allowed to drive through the park. We passed the Virgin River and the mountains were spectacular.  We took a hike up at Temple of Sinawava.  Once we got to the river, you could see the canyon. Some folks hike further up by walking in the river.  Our group decided we were not prepared take on that task.  Hiked back to the bus and went to Zion Lodge for a bite to eat.  Just a very pleasant day.


George, Bev, Gail, Jeff, Sue and Steve ventured to other parts of St. George. The plan for the evening was a pot luck cook out… Ed and I passed since there was a Cracker Barrel just down the street. One of our favorite restaurants and try to hit one when we see one since they are not in California and never will be. Their reasoning is California is not a business friendly State… Maybe someday California will figure it out… … The guys are enjoying an evening outside talking and I think most of the women are inside watching TV tonight.. Hoping we get to a place where we can have a campfire and Butch has his guitar so maybe a little singing.


Tomorrow is a free day, some are golfing, some are shopping (does that surprise anyone) and in the afternoon tour around before we go see the play Grease…….


So until next time…..

Butch and Betty

Ed and Carol

Betty, Ed, Maureen, Bev,Tom,Carol, Ed M.

Ed and Maureen

Tom and Bev

Virgin River

Zion National Park

Zion National Park

They are SOOO strong Butch, Ed and Tom

Maureen and Betty

Zion Park

River Walk

Small Falls at Zion

On the road again to St. George, Utah September 25, 2011

Some of the group going to breakfast at Casa Blanca Casino

The morning started with Steve making a donut run to get our group started this morning. Great Job Steve!!! Appreciated by everyone.



We left Las Vegas at 9:00 AM, with George in the lead. It took a while to get all seven rigs together and on to Mesquite Nevada to Casa Blanco Casino for breakfast. Some did the Buffet which was excellent and some did the coffee shop that was just as good. I think we all made a contribution AGAIN to the State of Nevada. Back on the road about another 40 miles to Temple View RV Park. Was not too impressive when we first pulled in but it has quite a few nice amenities.  The sites are nice and roomy, we have an exercise room, pool room, TV room with comfy couches and a real nicely heated swimming pool. After getting everyone settled and hooked up, quite a few of us hit the pool. Very refreshing…


Happy Hour was delayed until 7:00 pm since we are in a different time zone. I think we are visiting Zion Park tomorrow and the golfers are getting a tee time for Tuesday. We will also be seeing the play Grease on Tuesday night…


So until next time……

Sue REALLY thinks she is hiding!!!

Breakfast Stop

Following George to St. George, Utah

Contessa in Las Vegas