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by ronnsrockroundup
Well last night in Yellowcat. Absolutely awesome camp site. Snow capped mountains in the distance, just to the right and lower stunning canyon back side of Arches NP. To top it off a short stroll from camp is a hill that is absolutely covered by agate. Big one's, medium one's and tiny ones. I left tons up there, so come get some. Three LFRB to send home of great stuff ( that's after I lightened the load) leaving some around camp for anyone who wants it:) Getting a room tomorrow and then off to Goblin Valley and Hanksville. I update with new reports as we go. No snakes today just a few lizards and an Eagle early this morning.
by roQhound
So, is there an easy way to post pics with good resolution? It looks like I can post a link but it takes you external (Instagram).
by roQhound
Not really weird, but not the typical Japser, Agate or Chalcedony that I typically find on our coast.








by rockjunquie
So, you tumble as well as you cab? :)

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