Today we made the 3 mile hike up to the "hot pot" a local warm springs. It was a fantastic day. Temperatures were in the upper fifties. The trail is still mostly covered with snow and what isn't is pretty muddy. I have to say after hiking 3 miles it is sure nice for Mother Nature to build a series of hot tubs. I caught Wanda just perfect in this shot. This is the same springs we visited last Fall.
Here is a better and a little more staged shot. Technically it is better, no blown highlights, but I preferred the PAD photo because that is "Wanda".
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