John's excitement about the Zion Narrows made us curious to explore some other slot canyons in Zions. We decided to learn how to canyoneer Orderville Canyon, and with Selma's enthusiasm we felt unstoppable. We were so glad to have Christian and Stephanie hike with us, too!
Easy so far. This is cake!!!
Sweet rock formations from rivers and flash flooding
Our first real obstacle.We had to chimmey down a 10 foot drop-off into a chest-deep pool of muck.
Stephanie was brave and went first!!!
Selma isn't sure what she got herself into :)
Christian & Stephanie sittin' in a tree.
John's new white swim shorts. Whoops.
Selma, as beautiful as ever even with caked-on mud.
Our planned refuge area during a flash flood.
Stephanie didn't know she actually had Mono, but she was still a great sport!!
Sweet pic Selma!! You look so TOUGH!
More muck
Christian weeping under a weeping rock. Sad Christian.
John in a precarious situation
The next obstacle was a 15 foot drop-off. It was scary repelling into a pool of water not knowing how deep the water was. No complaints, though, at least the water was running and not muddy.
Selma was so anxious to jump off.
Check out that looming rock overhead.
We were so cold, tired, and wet we couldn't take any more pictures.
I know the pictures don't really capture the intensity or beauty we experienced. The hike was at times frightening but worth it overall. We were so relieved when the canyon finally joined with the Narrows because we knew we'd survive by that point. Thanks for babysitting, Josie, so Selma could come with us. We had a blast!!!
Thanks guys for letting my tag along. That was one of the coolest things I've ever done. Love you and miss you tons.
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