Snyder Hill (near Tucson, AZ)

We left Gila Bend on Sunday and headed towards Tucson, AZ, taking the long way around thru the towns of Ajo and Why.

We had stayed in Ajo many years ago with our new at the time friends Bob and BJ. We had a wonderful time with them

and driving thru Ajo brought back wonderful memories of our time there.

this is a picture of the town square in Ajo

Ajo was a big time copper mining area, but closed down many years ago.

these are some of the tailings from the mine.

Here are some additional pictures of the trip

http://picasaweb.google.com/rufnitII/20100317GilaBendToTucsonViaAjo#

We are staying out on BLM land again at a new place to us, called Snyder hill. It is on the southwest side of Tucson, about 8 miles from town

Today, Friday, are waiting for Jim and Bobbie to call us. They bought a new to them 5th wheel and went into town to sign the final papers. We will meet them at the rv dealer and help them move everything from old to new rig. Tomorrow we are going to see the Colorado Rockies play baseball and meet up with old friends Sam and Eula who have a son hoping to make the team this year.

take care

love to you all

Jim and Linda