Wednesday, June 27, 2007

Highlights from Aspen

Aspen was great. It was relaxing yet productive and challenging, both scientifically and physically.

I had a little difficulty with the altitude and dry air, but it was completely worth it. I went on two hikes, one up Hunter Creek trail and another up the Ute Trail. The Hunter creek trail is an easy but nice hike North of Aspen across the river. It goes up along Hunter Creek (which was pretty big for a crick), up over a ridge, and into a nice meadow. The Ute trail goes up Aspen Mountain South of the town. It was quite challenging; very steep and beautiful. It is true what they say about the thin air. At the top is the ski area, where they were having a bluegrass festival and hula hooping.

We pulled some late nights working but also spent some nights out having fun, eating and drinking.

Below is a short photo album of highlights from the trip. My next trip will be about my vacation in Germany!

Aspen Highlights

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