tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4134981800236544647.post6528809670055825938..comments2024-02-08T03:19:48.451-07:00Comments on Box Canyon Blog.com: Grinding Out High Roads In Preparation For Long Summer Days above TimberlineBox Canyon Blog.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07032055509766739436noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4134981800236544647.post-65367004318845619562020-05-18T12:36:16.200-06:002020-05-18T12:36:16.200-06:00Take it easy on the back! The doc might not need t...Take it easy on the back! The doc might not need to know what you're up too, though :)<br />Box Canyon Blog.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07032055509766739436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4134981800236544647.post-31653623993181822722020-05-18T11:18:36.683-06:002020-05-18T11:18:36.683-06:00What a treat to read your post this morning Mark. ...What a treat to read your post this morning Mark. Thanks for the shout out for Aspens, we know they are a valuable species all around plus they dazzle the hell out of us, if you ever get to our digs you will understand. Al & I often talked about taking Corbett Canyon trail up to the Dallas trail as that was one of our favorite locals to hang in those Aspen forrest , glad it never happened though, don't care about slipping and sliding at the end of a long day. Talked with the girls yesterday and they said the cabin is booked for Memorial Day but the City hasn't given the green light yet for occupancy. We have our fingers crossed for Labor Day, don't know what we will do it we have to cancel; drugs, liquor, suicide are all options on the table :)<br /><br />Having beautiful Thunder showers here last night and to continue today, 68º, perfect Spring weather. I just finished creating a new garden design which I call Rocks of The World ..Garden; Al & I have been collecting rocks from just about every gorgeous place on the planet we have visited over the last 50<br />years so I figured why not use them in a landscaping design, well it was a great project while "house bond", so to speak, we still get out and go for drives in the county and coast. <br />Need more of those videos !<br />Stay Thirsty my Friends<br />D & AAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4134981800236544647.post-84575385627726874752020-05-16T06:29:43.791-06:002020-05-16T06:29:43.791-06:00I guess you're too far up north, eh? :)
markI guess you're too far up north, eh? :)<br />markBox Canyon Blog.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07032055509766739436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4134981800236544647.post-2006547344940534992020-05-16T05:40:08.816-06:002020-05-16T05:40:08.816-06:00Cherry blossoms??? Are you kidding? We don't e...Cherry blossoms??? Are you kidding? We don't even have leaves out anywhere. Peterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01197108331214049357noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4134981800236544647.post-5645814577902235022020-05-15T14:34:10.464-06:002020-05-15T14:34:10.464-06:00Only when I hike with Jim :)
Only when I hike with Jim :)<br />Box Canyon Blog.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07032055509766739436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4134981800236544647.post-86460908518811658682020-05-15T12:08:27.431-06:002020-05-15T12:08:27.431-06:00Aspens are my favorite, especially in the spring a...Aspens are my favorite, especially in the spring and fall. Have you ever done a hike that wasn't a good workout and a calorie burner??<br />GayleJim and Gaylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13982110996137470496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4134981800236544647.post-87731148222622858062020-05-15T09:55:52.236-06:002020-05-15T09:55:52.236-06:00Aspen and aspen bark also have medicinal uses:
Tr...Aspen and aspen bark also have medicinal uses:<br /><br />Traditional uses and benefits of Quaking Aspen<br /><br />It was widely employed medicinally by many native North American Indian tribes who valued it especially for its antiseptic and analgesic qualities, using it in the treatment of wounds, skin complaints and respiratory disorders.<br />Stem bark is anodyne, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, diaphoretic, diuretic, febrifuge, nervine and stimulant.<br />Bark contains salicylates, from which the proprietary medicine aspirin is derived.<br />It is used internally in the treatment of rheumatism, arthritis, gout, lower back pains, urinary complaints, digestive and liver disorders, debility, anorexia, also to reduce fevers and relieve the pain of menstrual cramps.<br />Bark is used to treat chilblains, hemorrhoids, infected wounds and sprains.<br />An infusion of the inner bark is considered to be a remedy for coughs and an appetite stimulant.<br />It is also used in the treatment of stomach pains, urinary ailments, VD, worms, colds and fevers.<br />Root is poultice and applied to cuts and wounds.<br />Tea from the root bark is used as a treatment for excessive menstrual bleeding.<br />Leaf buds are used as a salve for colds, coughs and irritated nostrils.<br />It has been as a diuretic in urinary affections, gonorrhea and gleet.<br />Infusion has been found helpful in debility, chronic diarrhea, etc.<br />It has been used as a treatment for gonorrhea.<br />Native American uses of this plant include root bark tea for excessive menstrual flow.<br />Poultices made of the root are used for cuts and wounds.<br />Tea made of the inner bark is beneficial for venereal disease, stomach pain, urinary ailments, worms, colds, and fevers.<br />Leaf buds may be used in a salve for colds, coughs, and irritated nostrils.<br />Tincture of the bark contains salicin and is a remedy for fevers, rheumatism, arthritis, and diarrhea.<br />Buds are slightly sticky and can be made into tea or salve for internal or external use.<br />Boil the buds in olive oil or lard to make a soothing salve.<br />Aspen has been used externally as a wash for inflammations, cuts scratches, wounds and burns.<br />Tea may be used for coughs or gargle for sore throat. Box Canyon Blog.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07032055509766739436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4134981800236544647.post-65402567164823732172020-05-15T09:14:41.792-06:002020-05-15T09:14:41.792-06:00Another fun Factoid: Dense aspen forests grow ext...Another fun Factoid: Dense aspen forests grow extremely tall in competition for sunlight, with all the branches and leaves at the top. They have a shallow root system so the tallest trees are vulnerable to being toppled by high winds. Hope you are getting out to hike a few less crowded trails. Suddenly, everyone craves a Nature Break. :)<br />markBox Canyon Blog.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07032055509766739436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4134981800236544647.post-13524132668239118262020-05-15T08:45:32.592-06:002020-05-15T08:45:32.592-06:00Thanks for the spending lesson! I've been stud...Thanks for the spending lesson! I've been studying up on tree identification and old growth forests this week. Juliet Maurerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06210919292051264856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4134981800236544647.post-15028094849832713482020-05-14T18:59:31.228-06:002020-05-14T18:59:31.228-06:00Aw... I sense growth! :)
Miss you guys...
dadAw... I sense growth! :)<br />Miss you guys...<br />dadBox Canyon Blog.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07032055509766739436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4134981800236544647.post-15188804861319969722020-05-14T17:31:46.590-06:002020-05-14T17:31:46.590-06:00From the guy that says “it’s all about the payoff”...From the guy that says “it’s all about the payoff” ... dare I say sometimes it’s just about getting outside and enjoying the day, trail, friends, etc. Mother Hikers indeed! Bad asses! Caleb Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06144422449098503241noreply@blogger.com