Fort Huachuca, AZ

Thursday’s drive from Boulder City to Tucson was very long and tiring. The winds were very strong and across our path for most of the drive. Bella had not been feeling too well for the past two days and had the runs, so we made a vet appointment for our arrival in Tucson. Barbara drove her to the vet while I set up camp, and returned with the news that Bella was OK and had some medication for her.

From here we start heading east to Florida.

We laid low and rested Friday. The most ambitious we got was a drive to Trader Joe’s to restock some our favorite stuff, which included their Triple Ginger Cookies! They are becoming our “go to” snack on the road. In a pinch, Oreos!

Today was a short hop over to Fort Huachuca. This is the historical home of the Buffalo Soldiers, and in modern times the site of the Army Intelligence Command. It is a nice and tidy post nestled in mountains near the Mexican border. The campground is not too big, but with wonderful views. Our campsite is situated with our windshield facing north. It is a clear day and from our elevated position we can see mountains that are close to a hundred miles away.

Looking out the windshield.

We drove to the Buffalo Soldier Museum and found both it and the Army Intelligence Museum closed for renovation until late spring. We were disappointed, but enjoyed driving around the base. There are nice walking trails at the campground where we take Bella for exercise. We came across two Coues Deer today on that walk. Coues Deer are a subspecies of White Tailed Deer, and are a bit smaller. Sure had big ears, though!

View from start of the walking trail.

Apache Flats Campground from start of walking trail.

Spring in the desert. Blooming Cholla.

Tomorrow we will visit the Humming Bird Sanctuary at the Ramsey Canyon Preserve.