Sun, rain and wind in Borrego Springs

It was a crazy weather week in Borrego for the Rally. Seventeen rigs showed up for a week of fun in the sun but instead had a few days of rain and clouds. For the most part that doesn't slow down this group especially since we had access to the clubhouse for our gatherings.

The Sunday early arrivals enjoyed dinner at Carleighs and got caught up with Mike and Marcy Parker after their 5 month visit to Europe. Monday was one of the hot, sunny days so we sat outside to watch the arrivals while our Host, John Pumphrey, helped to back people in. Some went out to lunch at the Red Ocotillo (already decked out in Christmas stuff). In the evening, the entire group gathered for Happy Hour, chili and Monday Night Football. More groans than cheers were heard but that's typical when watching the Chargers.😏

 

Over the next few days, in between downpours, people visited the metal sculptures scattered throughout the area.There are over 130 and as you are driving around they just seem to pop up out of nowhere. Ricardo Breceda  crafted these amazing sculptures. Mr. Breceda often claims that he is done creating the sculptures but then another one appears in the barren landscape and the speculation continues. The sea dragon is one of the most impressive as it rises about 15 feet out of the ground and is 350 feet long.

Another between downpour excursion was to Fonts Point. The area is a sharp contrast from the surrounding flat desert area. It is a bit out of town but worth the drive. The road is firm sand for several miles. Visitors describe it as a "mini Grand Canyon" and the best viewing is at sunrise or sunset to see the colors dance among the ridges.

By Thursday, the sun was back but the temperature remained cool. Perfect for golf,  a nature walk, bike ride or visit to the Anza-Borrego Visitor Center.

No rally would be compete without a PotLuck. It was a nice surprise to see Clark and Betty Paxton visit. Their daughter drove in the drizzly rain to bring them. It was so nice to hear her tell everyone thanks for being so nice to her parents and that the Shanty Shakers are very important to them. 

Many thanks to John and Wendy P for hosting the rally. Also, thanks to all who submitted pictures (Larry, Victor, Ron, Mike P to name a few.)