Getting ready

It’s less than a week before our Mustang Walkabout™ begins. I have a new camera this year (Canon 5D Mark IV), and a new lens. I will bring my old Canon 7D with the new lens (24-105mm). My camera bag/knapsack weighs more than my suitcase, so I have a luggage cart (and a ton of bungee). It is compliant with carry on size, and I simply remove my iPad and I’m good for the flight. My wardrobe consists of lightweight shorts, polo shirts, work boots, Crocs for relaxation at the campsite, and the usual undergarments. Karen has all my toiletries packed in Arizona, and I bring my medications, and any personal items.

We both carry snake gaiters into the horse range, and use them if we have to tread where we cannot see our feet. The Prairie Rattlesnake is the only venomous snake found in Sand Wash Basin. They are small, reclusive, and prefer to escape, rather than fight.

My car service picks me up early Wednesday and my flight leaves at 6am. I’m on the train to New York City for a busy and fun day at my medical office. I always find it amazing that I will be in the Basin tomorrow, but seeing patients today in NYC. Stay tuned for daily blog posts from the 2023 Mustang Walkabout.

Karen is a already on her way to the Basin… with her faithful pug companion, Koko.