Those of us that arrived at Death Valley on
Wednesday had an informal dinner. The following day the entire group
drove out to Scotty's Castle to do some sightseeing. To get a complete
story of the castle and its characters visit the National
Park Service web site.
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Scotty's Castle.
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The obligatory group shot.
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Then and now.
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| After we completed the tour the group asked
for permission to take pictures with the cars parked in front of the
castle. Surprisingly, the guard said it would be OK. So the cars were
quickly arranged and a few photos were taken. |
| While waiting to take the group tour of the
castle everyone piled into the Yukon XL for a drive out to Ubehebe
Crater. This volcanic crater was caused by steam and is
approximately 1/2 mile across. We all took turns taking pictures.
What isn't shown is how windy it was at the crater. It was possible to
lean quite a ways into the breeze without falling over. |
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Greetings before dinner.
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Steve from Hawaii offering goodies to René &
Candida.
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More conversation.
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Thursday saw the rest of the group arriving at
the Furnace Creek Inn and Furnace Creek Ranch for the official dinner
get together. Entertainment included a performance by Barbara (Viola
Vamp S) doing a song she wrote about those in attendance without their
Boxsters. As you may expect, it turned out to be quite entertaining -
not to mention hilarious.
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Getting ready to leave.
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Stopped on the road after a successful first
take.
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Posing at Artists Palette.
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| Friday morning saw most of the group getting
together for a drive to Artists Palette. A film crew from Germany was
also staying at the hotel. They indicated that they would like to get
some footage of the Boxsters as a group shot while on the move. Needless
to say everyone was more than happy to oblige. Shots were taken on the
way to Artists Palette as well as inside the scenic drive. |
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Panorama shot taken at Artists Palette. |
