Recently, my husband and I took an end-of-the-summer road trip to Colorado. After weeks of heat warnings in St. Louis, we decided to drive to the lowest temperatures – where highs were in the low to mid-70s!
We also thought our 10-year-old min pin mix and 15 ½-year-old Cairn terrier deserved a vacation!
We began with a day on the Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad, taking a scenic journey through untouched wilderness.
Dan and I were thrilled that well-behaved pets were allowed to ride, and that clinched our decision to buy tickets! Not only was the train pet-friendly, but bowls, bottled water, and cookies (dog treats) were provided for free on the train! After Daphne and Sam met the conductor, we found prime seats on an open car facing the west side of the landscape.
We also thought our 10-year-old min pin mix and 15 ½-year-old Cairn terrier deserved a vacation!
We began with a day on the Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad, taking a scenic journey through untouched wilderness.
Dan and I were thrilled that well-behaved pets were allowed to ride, and that clinched our decision to buy tickets! Not only was the train pet-friendly, but bowls, bottled water, and cookies (dog treats) were provided for free on the train! After Daphne and Sam met the conductor, we found prime seats on an open car facing the west side of the landscape.
Daphne and I loved the sunshine!
Dan held Sam as the train lulled him to sleep.
What a wonderful mid-way stop!
Along the way, we experienced the beauty of the Arkansas River Valley, lots and lots of wildflowers, and spectacular views of Colorado’s two highest peaks, Mt. Elbert and Mt. Massive.
Halfway through our 2 ½ hour ride was a mid-way stop at a 47,500 gallon wooden water tank!
Afterwards, Dan took me to the National Mining Hall of Fame & Museum…filled rooms and rooms of minerals! Although I had not intended to post about our road trip, I was too inspired not to share the experience on my blog. From my past Missouri Mines post, you know how much I love rocks!
I was fascinated most by the oil shale – because it so resembled a topographical landscape!
Halfway through our 2 ½ hour ride was a mid-way stop at a 47,500 gallon wooden water tank!
Afterwards, Dan took me to the National Mining Hall of Fame & Museum…filled rooms and rooms of minerals! Although I had not intended to post about our road trip, I was too inspired not to share the experience on my blog. From my past Missouri Mines post, you know how much I love rocks!
I was fascinated most by the oil shale – because it so resembled a topographical landscape!
Did you know that Friday is National Dog Day?
I'd love to hear how you spoil your dog, too!
Have a great beginning to your week!
Mary
