Dead Horse State Park, Canyon Land National Park and Salt Lake City

Dead Horse Point State Park is perhaps Utah's most spectacular state park. Dead Horse Point is a promontory of stone surrounded by steep cliffs near Moab, Utah. The overlook at Dead Horse Point is 6,000 feet above sea level. Two thousand feet below, the Colorado River winds its way from the continental divide in Colorado to the Gulf of California, a distance of 1,400 miles.
Canyonlands National Park preserves a colorful landscape eroded into countless canyons, mesas and buttes by the Colorado River and its tributaries. The rivers divide the park into four districts: the Island in the Sky, the Needles, the Maze and the rivers themselves. While these areas share a primitive desert atmosphere, each retains its own character and offers different opportunities for exploration. The Green and Colorado rivers separate Canyonlands into three land districts in addition to the Horseshoe Canyon detached unit. Each destination within Canyonlands offers different opportunities for sightseeing and exploration.
Did You Know?
Lizards, including the colorful collared lizard, are one of the most frequently seen animals in Canyonlands. When not chasing flies or basking in the sun, they are often seen doing what appears to be push-ups. Scientists believe this and other behaviors signal dominance and facilitate courtship.As we left the nice town of Moab, mom wanted to stop at Dead Horse and Canyon Land State and National Parks.
Salt Lake City
In Salt Lake City Mom and I visited Temple Square. Here we took a tour of Tabernacle which is home of the Mormon Tabernacle Chior and home to the 12 th largest pipe organ in the world. We also toured the North Visitor’s Aenter, Assembly Hall and the Family History Library. At the library we wer eboth intrigued by the process of researching our family tree. It seemed like it would be an endeavor that would not have an ending.
After mom had departed for home I explored Salt Lake Utah otherwised known as SL, UT. I went to Trolley Sqaure, a pub called Squatters where the serve Poligamy Porter where you can’t just have one, you have to bring some home to your wives and relaxed by the pool.
The next day the Tauck Tour started and we went to the Utah Plympic Park and heard behind the scenes stories of the olympic games and had the opportunity to watch future olympicans practice. That’s right they practice in the summer on the ski slopes without snow. Go Figure! I also had an opportunity to tour the Beehive house. The Beehive House is the older of Brigham Young's two Salt Lake City residences. Designed by temple architect Truman Angell and built in 1854, it stands today as a museum offering tours of what life was like for the Young family back in 1855.
This strong work ethic and the value of industriousness give the Beehive House its motif, as the image of beehive sits atop the house. The name of the mansion is drawn from this theme, the beehive being a symbol of diligence and productivity. In fact, the beehive is a prominent symbol throughout Utah today, reminding residents of the pioneer legacy that Brigham Young helped to establish.

On a side note, I just want to say what a truly amazing experience this past few weeks have been. To be able to experience things so Magical with people you love trust and respect is something I will never forget! Thanks for coming Mom! Stacy you’re the best! Scott what are we doing next summer?