More glorious pictures as we made our way to Capitol Reef National Park and the fruit orchards planted by Mormon settlers that later became a part of the park. We started the day by visiting the historic Gifford house where we bought cinnamon rolls and coffee, which we enjoyed in the warm sunshine, all the while appreciating the view of one of the huge reefs.We then took a walk along the Fremont River, alongside the orchards, and watched a family of deer enjoying the fruit that had fallen on the ground. Visitors are encouraged to pick fruit and we certainly found our share of wonderful apples and a few pears.
We did enjoy our hike through the Capitol Gorge, noticing names carved into the rock at various points, mostly farmers using the great wash as the way to peddle the hay in a small town, Loa, at the end of the wash. A volunteer guide told us the name carvers were standing on ladders on top of the hay wagons. I imagine it took a long time to carve a name into the sandstone. 
I like this photo of Ann with the new hat she bought at the Gifford House gift shop.
We met, Don, the volunteer guide again on this trail. He gave us all kinds of information about the park, where to eat, his job as a Parole Officer, and how best to hike along Sulphur Creek.
We had to ford the creek seven times! My shoes were really wet, but the water was surprisingly warm.
At the end of the hike we saw a small waterfall, quite unusual for this time of the year.
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