Arizona Sedona Sept 2008

Bell Rock is in Oak Creek, Az on Hwy 179 on the way to Sedona. If you drive here from Phoenix, you will go thru Oak Creek before you get to Sedona.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:33:43 -0700

Steve Snedden
Bell Rock is in Oak Creek, Az on Hwy 179 on the way to Sedona. If you drive here from Phoenix, you will go thru Oak Creek before you get to Sedona.

As you approach Oak Creek, on Hwy 179, you come around a curve and suddenly you'll see spectacular view of giant red rock formations! It is breathtaking!

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:40:56 -0700

Steve Snedden
As you approach Oak Creek, on Hwy 179, you come around a curve and suddenly you'll see spectacular view of giant red rock formations! It is breathtaking!

Bell Rock is in Oak Creek, Az on Hwy 179 on the way to Sedona. Part of Submarine Rock is on the right.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:24:10 -0700

Steve Snedden
Bell Rock is in Oak Creek, Az on Hwy 179 on the way to Sedona. Part of Submarine Rock is on the right.

Submarine Rock in Oak Creek, AZ

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:14:32 -0700

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Submarine Rock in Oak Creek, AZ

There is a specialized New Age tourist industry in Sedona, where the “Harmonic Convergence”" was organized in 1987.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:24:43 -0700

Steve Snedden
There is a specialized New Age tourist industry in Sedona, where the “Harmonic Convergence”" was organized in 1987.

Another enormous formation between Oak Creek and Sedona

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 12:04:24 -0700

Steve Snedden
Another enormous formation between Oak Creek and Sedona

Some purported "spiritual vortices" are said to be concentrated in the Sedona area at Bell Rock, Airport Mesa, Cathedral Rock, Boynton Canyon, and Schnebly Hill.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 12:02:51 -0700

Steve Snedden
Some purported "spiritual vortices" are said to be concentrated in the Sedona area at Bell Rock, Airport Mesa, Cathedral Rock, Boynton Canyon, and Schnebly Hill.

This formation is between Oak Creek and Sedona. Oak Creek has a population of 5400 people.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 12:03:15 -0700

Steve Snedden
This formation is between Oak Creek and Sedona. Oak Creek has a population of 5400 people.

Sedona has a population of 11,220. It is the home of the rich and famous. Many movie stars and politicians have homes here.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:13:13 -0700

Steve Snedden
Sedona has a population of 11,220. It is the home of the rich and famous. Many movie stars and politicians have homes here.

Sedona's main attraction is its stunning array of red sandstone formations, the Red Rocks of Sedona.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:13:59 -0700

Steve Snedden
Sedona's main attraction is its stunning array of red sandstone formations, the Red Rocks of Sedona.

The formations appear to glow in brilliant orange and red when illuminated by the rising or setting sun.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:11:56 -0700

Steve Snedden
The formations appear to glow in brilliant orange and red when illuminated by the rising or setting sun.

I think this is Chimney Rock. If it isn't, it should be!

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:14:55 -0700

Steve Snedden
I think this is Chimney Rock. If it isn't, it should be!

The Red Rocks form a breathtaking backdrop for everything from spiritual pursuits to the hundreds of hiking and mountain biking trails.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:12:54 -0700

Steve Snedden
The Red Rocks form a breathtaking backdrop for everything from spiritual pursuits to the hundreds of hiking and mountain biking trails.

This is "road" 152 leading to several hiking trails.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:11:20 -0700

Steve Snedden
This is "road" 152 leading to several hiking trails.

There has been plenty of rain this Fall and these flowers were everywhere.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:12:29 -0700

Steve Snedden
There has been plenty of rain this Fall and these flowers were everywhere.

Steve Snedden's photo

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 10:26:26 -0700

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This is "road" 152 leading to several hiking trails.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:12:18 -0700

Steve Snedden
This is "road" 152 leading to several hiking trails.

We drove our Sebring Convertible as far up this road as possible.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:13:30 -0700

Steve Snedden
We drove our Sebring Convertible as far up this road as possible.

Devils Bridge Trail Head

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:09:14 -0700

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Devils Bridge Trail Head

On our hike this giant formation was always in view!

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:11:53 -0700

Steve Snedden
On our hike this giant formation was always in view!

I couldn't stop taking pictures of it!

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:10:36 -0700

Steve Snedden
I couldn't stop taking pictures of it!

This view was from the hiking trail also.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:11:03 -0700

Steve Snedden
This view was from the hiking trail also.

Another scene from our hike.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 10:25:53 -0700

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Another scene from our hike.

A balancing rock is visible thru the trees. I wonder if this is a vortex of convergence! More on this later.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:06:06 -0700

Steve Snedden
A balancing rock is visible thru the trees. I wonder if this is a vortex of convergence! More on this later.

The trail was mild until we neared the Devil's Bridge and had to go up this rocky stairway.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 10:25:05 -0700

Steve Snedden
The trail was mild until we neared the Devil's Bridge and had to go up this rocky stairway.

The Devils Bridge, shown here, is said to be one of the vortexes

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:15:28 -0700

Steve Snedden
The Devils Bridge, shown here, is said to be one of the vortexes

Vortexes are created, not by wind or water, but from spiraling spiritual energy.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:07:16 -0700

Steve Snedden
Vortexes are created, not by wind or water, but from spiraling spiritual energy.

The vortexes of Sedona are named because they are believed to be spiritual locations.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:11:38 -0700

Steve Snedden
The vortexes of Sedona are named because they are believed to be spiritual locations.

You can see how this location would inspire the spiritual!

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:58:47 -0700

Steve Snedden
You can see how this location would inspire the spiritual!

The Devil's Bridge in panorama!

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:08:48 -0700

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The Devil's Bridge in panorama!

Vortex sites are believed to be locations having energy flow that exists on multiple dimensions. The energy of the vortexes interacts with a person’s inner self.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:59:42 -0700

Steve Snedden
Vortex sites are believed to be locations having energy flow that exists on multiple dimensions. The energy of the vortexes interacts with a person’s inner self.

Vortexs are where the energy is right to facilitate prayer, mediation and healing.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:57:47 -0700

Steve Snedden
Vortexs are where the energy is right to facilitate prayer, mediation and healing.

We met the young man on the bridge. He helped us up and down the worst of the trail.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 18:00:36 -0700

Steve Snedden
We met the young man on the bridge. He helped us up and down the worst of the trail.

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nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 18:17:01 -0700

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Sandie and I had our picture taken on "Airport Mesa"

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 10:25:16 -0700

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Sandie and I had our picture taken on "Airport Mesa"

We have a picture taken on "Airport Mesa". The mesa overlooks the town of Sedona and a wide vista of rocks beyond.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 10:25:30 -0700

Steve Snedden
We have a picture taken on "Airport Mesa". The mesa overlooks the town of Sedona and a wide vista of rocks beyond.

Taken from Airport Mesa in Sedona about 5 PM. We didn't stay for the sunset.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 10:24:34 -0700

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Taken from Airport Mesa in Sedona about 5 PM. We didn't stay for the sunset.

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nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 10:26:54 -0700

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Dramatic rock formations loom above Sedona. How would you like that is your backyard?

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 10:27:19 -0700

Steve Snedden
Dramatic rock formations loom above Sedona. How would you like that is your backyard?

Sedona has become a well known center for various kinds of artistry . . .

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:28:49 -0700

Steve Snedden
Sedona has become a well known center for various kinds of artistry . . .

and a magnet for wealthy retirees . . .

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:29:12 -0700

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and a magnet for wealthy retirees . . .

for followers of new age religions and . . .

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 12:04:46 -0700

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for followers of new age religions and . . .

for people just wanting to escape the pressures of city life.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 12:02:27 -0700

Steve Snedden
for people just wanting to escape the pressures of city life.

How can I shop when the views are so captivating?

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:28:35 -0700

Steve Snedden
How can I shop when the views are so captivating?

This would be a wonderful place to rest and enjoy a beverage and a snack.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:29:35 -0700

Steve Snedden
This would be a wonderful place to rest and enjoy a beverage and a snack.

The Pines Resort is a time-share resort just west of Sedona.

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:29:56 -0700

Steve Snedden
The Pines Resort is a time-share resort just west of Sedona.

We stayed in one of these units FREE. (We had to go to a 3 hour presentation.)

nobody@smugmug.com (Steve Snedden) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:28:19 -0700

Steve Snedden
We stayed in one of these units FREE. (We had to go to a 3 hour presentation.)