Author Archives: Nechochwin

Today we decided on easy hikes and a picnic.  Headed up to Rampart Range to hike down to the lake, however the temperature up on the mountain was about 40 degrees and there was a wicked breeze blowing that was … Continue reading →

Hiked Waldo Canyon today.  A 6-1/4 mile loop hike and a gain in elevation of about 2250 feet.  Topped out at 8,150 feet.  Can you say suck wind?!?  I managed a decent pace up and back, but Joe spent a … Continue reading →

Today went to Seven Falls with Joe, Amanda and the kids.  Seven Falls is a privately-owned park and has as its focal point, a beautiful cascade of ‘seven falls’.  There are two sets of platforms for viewing, one involving a … Continue reading →

Spent the day with my friend Amy.  She drove us up into the mountains and found several very scenic areas.  I also managed to find the trailhead for the Colorado Trail, and we walked a very short distance.   Very … Continue reading →

Today’s post will be mostly photos.  I am currently in Fountain, CO, just outside of Fort Carson, visiting cousin Joe and his family.  Enjoy!    Pike’s Peak (I love this picture!!!) & Insignificant Me!     Mule Deer & Papa … Continue reading →

30 years, 2 months and 9 days.  Starting with National Bank of Detroit, who then changed their name to NBD Bank.  After lots of mergers with smaller banks, we merged with First Chicago and became First Chicago NBD.  Then merged … Continue reading →

Left the Bike Trip and went directly to Perry Florida to stay at the trailer for a few days.  Discovered to my surprise when I checked in that there was a Bluegrass Festival in town scheduled to start Thursday. Spent the day … Continue reading →

As submitted to the Alligator Amblers website. Amblers Chuck, Betty, Morrie, Ann, Jean, Karen, Mickey and Michael biked a total of 85 miles over four days, on the Cross Florida Greenway Trail, the Withlacoochee Bay Trail and the Withlacoochee State … Continue reading →

As submitted to the Alligator Amblers website. Several members attended the annual conference at Stephen Foster Folk Culture State Park in White Springs, FL. In attendance were Alligator Amblers Carlos, Chuck, Betty, Jean, Jack, Gerry, Mickey, Tracey, Elaine C, Elaine S … Continue reading →

Just starting the planning process.  I recently received notification that my position is being eliminated and I will severance on Apr 15.  So I intend on hanging about here at home until it’s time for Liz to head back to … Continue reading →