Cany143 wrote:
It was fine with the rain. And when the rain turned to hail, it was actually a little bit better. But when the wind nearly blew me over, and when the lightning began to strike nearby, it seemed a proper time to retreat.
(Near) 'Green River Overlook,' in the Island In The Sky District of Canyonlands National Park, a couple of hours ago. I count this place as affording one of the most sublime views imaginable.
Beautiful, stunningly beautiful. I've learned, in the Eastern Sierra, when my Suunto watch's Storm Alert informs me of a RAPID drop in air pressure, that it's time to fold up the tripod and make it back to the car.