The Chicken Ranch

We decided that no trip to Pahrump Nevada was complete without driving by one of the few remaining lawful brothels in the United States. It is called "The Chicken Ranch". We didn't see any chickens but we did see one patron greeted by a chick at the door. Very colorful! (Click picture for larger image)

Wagons HO!

It's hot and dusty here in many places but near the Furnace Creek Golf Course we found a lot of history snuggled up against palm trees and green grass. This old horse drawn wagon is a great example of the collision between today and yesterday. There is such beauty here against the bluest skies you have EVER seen. (Click Photo For Full Size Version)

Gonna Get Hot

Oh yes.... There IS a reason they call it "Death Valley"...

Golden Canyon From Zabriskie Point

An unbelievable view from Zabriskie Point looking down Golden Canyon. Click Photo for 7 minute Death Valley Movie.

Hot

You think it's hot here? Where'd you get your first clue. Wait until summer when it REALLY gets hot.

Road To Death Valley

It is not hard to imagine that this area was once covered by a large magnificent lake called Lake Manly. Being there is truly amazing. Click the image for full size photo. Click HERE for more information about Lake Manly.

Solar Panels

We were treated to a tour of the Solar Farm here at Death Valley.  It produces about 1 million watts of electrical energy at peak capacity, and peak capacity happens a lot here in the land of the sun.  It was fascinating and the technology shows great promise.  The magic of death valley continues.  Click the photo for the full size version.