One of the enjoyable aspects of running around up in the mountains on holiday is being able to take a detour on a whimsy to see something you have never explored. On our way back down the mountain after our hike, we were pleasantly relaxing our weary climbing legs, drinking the last dregs of water from the provisions we’d brought along, when we came upon a road sign indicating the way to Mexican Hay Lake.
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My hubby, being the sort he is, turned off the highway with no warning, leading to a chorus of exclamatory wonderings as to his intention. He then proceeded to describe this place, which is lovely and lush in the rainy season:
However, as indicated here, during the dry seasons and periods of drought, it is likely to be much more barren. Such was the case when we turned down the road on our little explore — but we were beyond delighted to find, before we could even get close to the lake itself, these beautiful inhabitants of the area, camouflaged by the dun colored grasses. Paul quickly grabbed my camera and took some wonderful shots as they first peered at us, then took off at a gentle run till they reached the dry bed of the lake beyond the trees, where they felt safe enough to stop again. It was delightful to watch these six full-grown antelope in motion!
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paulyho39
31 May 2013Neat pictures! Fun memory for all of you too, I am sure!