Canyon de Chelly, Arizona: After an 800 ft. trek down the south wall and about 3/4's of a mile in soft red sand across the canyon floor, the ruins of the White House appear, so named...

Wandering Loc: Sea Wa

After an 800 ft. trek down the south wall and about 3/4's of a mile in soft red sand across the canyon floor, the ruins of the White House appear, so named because of the white wash taken to the upper ruin; and I have never been there at the proper time for daylight exposure. It is the only area in the Monument not "guide required". The first shot, by Mr. O'Sullivan, shows the ruins 140 years ago. Notice to the left 4 men, 2 per level in the ruins. Would not happen now. Notice also the sign of Shamman in both the 1st and 2nd (mine) entrys. Important to me because in a whole lot of years crawling around these areas, it was the first time I had seen anything like this attached to ancient living areas.
So, the trek back, especially up the wall required more than a few stops to take in the breathless (literally) views. At about 500 ft. some movement caught my attention, but then nothing. Before the next rest, out came the goats. Heart pounding from exertion, the first shots were horrible. However, they decided to stay in sight for their climb, allowing me to wedge my arms and legs into tripod mode.
Sometimes I get lucky.

Circa 1873

Today, at least last May

Just eye candy

I've been discovered

Some PP

From the isle of Kalymno

The end. Or, was it?

Bultaco Loc: Aiken, SC

What type of goats are they? Domestic gone wild?

Wandering Loc: Sea Wa

The male is an import from the isle of Kalymno. I'll explain later. Sorry for the delay, just wanted to get the last pic in.
Before the great recession, there were more than a few exotic game ranches in the area. For 35 large one could be guaranteed a trophy for the den. Most of these outfits went belly up and had think about putting down their herds. Well, some of the animals caught wind of the future, knocked down some fences (hunger driven) and ventured out on their own. A few survived.

Doddy Loc: Barnard Castle-England

Great Shots..Great Locations

photophile Loc: Lakewood, Ohio, USA

The shadows are very interesting in you photos.

Bultaco Loc: Aiken, SC

Wandering wrote:

The male is an import from the isle of Kalymno. I'll explain later. Sorry for the delay, just wanted to get the last pic in.
Before the great recession, there were more than a few exotic game ranches in the area. For 35 large one could be guaranteed a trophy for the den. Most of these outfits went belly up and had think about putting down their herds. Well, some of the animals caught wind of the future, knocked down some fences (hunger driven) and ventured out on their own. A few survived.

Thanks for the info & for posting, great captures!

jeanbug35 Loc: Jonesboro AR

Would love to go here someday. Thanks for the look see.

Treepusher Loc: Kingston, Massachusetts

I hope they like eating rocks, as it doesn't appear there's much else available for them.

Nice shots!

Penny MG Loc: Fresno, Texas

Wandering wrote:

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I'd say you got real lucky. Nice photos! Sharp details and of course, the goats are too cool! Its amazing the places they go.