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Friday, April 18, 2014

A Quick Trip Down The Dusty Trail--- Tombstone Revisited.




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The top of the old court house.
In each blog post from Tombstone -I have so many pictures of this amazing building.

   Tombstone is an amazing and close place for us to visit.  It really is right down the road, and we see something new each time we go there.  From all of the workers in character clothing to the town slogan--"The town to tough to die!" this place has something for everyone.  We have been there at least six times in the about ten months we have lived here now.  And if you check out past blog posts you can view some other great pictures of mine.  Today it was just our youngest and I roaming through the area and we tried to visit some areas we had not seen before. 


  Last time we ventured to Tombstone, my sister was in town and we all went to check it out.  It was just after Christmas, so the decorations were still up in full force.  Feel free to look up this post also. 
 
 
 
     Everything across the desert is going into bloom this time of year.  Including the huge/World's largest rose bush in Tombstone.  In fact that's what the entire festival was about when we journeyed back into town.  Although we never saw the bush--I was going for free entertainment on this day.    And there was lots of this-- in the streets all afternoon long.  Even a parade eventually, but we did not stay in town long enough.  We ventured to town early in the morning, and found lots of parking-for a change, and few actual visitors on the streets yet.  Both were very nice.   Please note -this is Arizona, were everything is sharp and or wants to eat you--so take special care if you wish to sop and smell the roses. 

 
 
 


 
 
When we first rolled into town we decided it was time to run off some energy and ran up to the top of the  big "T" overlooking the town.   
You can just see the old courthouse in the background if you enlarge this picture and some other great area landmarks.
 
 
                                            The trail up---- So many trails   So little time!!

 
 
 
From on top of the hill.
I was testing out the zoom on our newest camera.
 
 
 
We meet this proud fellow, near the parking lot.
Maybe my next hat rack?
 
 
 
Also in the parking lot--a different kind of fighter.
It seems odd to see such mixtures of old and now. 
Like when our son was playing with our IPod as he roamed around the old west town.
 
 
Before it got to warm  we snuck away from town to do some Exploring.
I had thought that all of the trails and such you could see just out of town, were free roaming.
But we quickly learned that each area was surrounded by fences. 
People in this area have real guns, so today we stayed out.
We did find a few neat sights first though.
 
 
 
 
 
I was needing some more energy--and there were to many fences so we soon decided it was time to head back to the town. 
 
 
 
I have been on a mission to find great or even decent coffee on my trips and this place had free Wi-Fi.
Three buildings are connected and this was supposed to be the only one that totally withstood a huge fire years ago. 
 
 
Inside the nifty building.
You can just make out my coffee cup on the bar to the right.
Old pictures of the town surround the inside.
And the coffee wasn't to bad at all.
Although I did learn that -workers in costume get priority in line, and half price on drinks.
 
 
Just outside is a few seats where you can enjoy your coffee and the towns actions.
 
 
Just beyond the coffee shop  on this weekend- the street is blocked off in front of this bar.
Many watering holes can be found in this small town.
 
 
The coffee shop is also very close to the court house.
The smallest State Park in the US. 
 
 
 
 
 
To the right of the court house   near the hangin' wall.
 
 
 
 
Lots of dancing in the city park.
 
 
 
Tombstone is a very dog friendly town, but NOT in the city park.
 
 
 
 
 
Salute!
 
 
It appears to me that this gentlemen can not decide what great bar to visit next.
I see this man every time we go to Tombstone --but he moves quick and this is the first time I have snapped a shot of him. 
 
 
 
 
Exploring over by Helldarado
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Some parting shots. 
 
 
 
 
Any guesses were we Explore next??
 
Here is your only clue....
 
 

Monday, October 21, 2013

Helldorado Days In Tombstone--What Do You Want On Your Tombstone?



          "The Town To Tough To Die!"


             Tombstone is right down the road for us, and always a great place to visit and snap pictures.   There was a ton of activities across the state over the weekend, and I hope that everyone got to Explore at least one great event!  If you would like to share any of your pictures from this weekend, or anytime or just vent about any of my thoughts---Please go to MY Facebook page.   All credit for any pictures shared, will be given to you of course!   And maybe your pictures will prompt a new Exploring trip for us.   We are still very new to the area and looking for great hikes and Exploring.    Check out the page at:  Exploring with Wyoming Jack/Bobble Head
             



       This is a very new blog page, and I already have several posts from Tombstone.  Including of course shots of my favorite building so far in the whole area--the old court house.  When I heard about the celebration, our daughter and I were soon in the truck ready for some fun.  We both had cameras in hand ready to see the sights.   I have never seen the old west town so busy.   But there was still plenty of space to look around and enjoy without running into others. 


                    People in full costume filled the streets and events and shows were plentiful and free.  






Lined up on the main drag--to watch a great show!

This rope and whip pro was equally amazing and entertaining!



Here he pull a young cow-poke out of the audience to assist him.



Another live show featuring the town drunk. 
And of course lots of shooting!
The ladies of the evening take advantage of his drunkin' state and steal his clothes.
Leaving him in his skivvies  when he wakes up--ready for a gun fight.


By the gallows.

One man band.

Another very happy performer.
Still not sure what he was performing but he is full of spirit. 


Great location to catch some shade. 
And listen to gunshots from the OK Corral.
                                  History filled stage ride lets you ride through town in style and comfort.



                                                                                   Time for a break.

Classic cars and style. 



Near the old court house was an antique tractor show.   You could also make your own ropes in this area. 





                                                                            Perfect themed lawn



        Motorcycles were all over the area.   Many from Benson and the bikers rodeo held at the great Arena Bar. 



This trip was the first time we had extra time to check out the famous Boot Hill Cemetery.  Another free part of the visit.   Tombstone is always amazing, but it can soon eat away at your pocket book.  I have many postings about cemetery's -but this time of year, they are extra fun places to Explore.  Tombstone is said to be a very ghost filled town any time of the year.  But Boot Hill is by far the most spirit filled place around, maybe in the whole state. 
Night tours can allow you to experience the super natural.
You can do this any time of year, but I would imagine the tours are very busy during October.







If you guessed Tombstone ---from the pictures in my last post---Congrats!!

Next post is in the works


Any guesses were we are Exploring??

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