No snakes or scorpions yet. I have seen a few small snakes in town, but no rattlesnakes yet. I see lots of lizards, but they move pretty quickly so getting a photo is tough.
Temperatures Saturday peaked about the mid 90's but humidity is usually in the single digits or teens. It seems hot but not oppressive as in the east.

Peter

Have you been to Zion before? Can't remember if you have. Also the road to Lee's Ferry is quite the trip and the fishing at the ferry site is superb. That's a one week excursion for sure.

Pap

Pap
I have been to Zion and Bryce a couple of times and really enjoyed the visits, but for me they weren't the right place to live. I have also spent time in the Grand Staircase and stayed in Boulder UT and did some slot canyons there.
I probably won't be straying too far this year as I am still getting settled, but I definitely want to go back to the Grand Staircase.

Peter

There's a really good article on all of the southern Utah and Grand Canyon area; where to eat, stay, etc., in the July edition of Cowboys and Indians, plus a special on Diner's, Drive-In's, and Dive's in Salt Lake City.

Pap

Forgot the camera on the last hike and missed a couple due to conflicting activities, but I did take the camera out to the new Intrepid bike trail at Dead Horse Point State Park.
Great trail with lots of views and and cooler because it is at higher elevation.
Previous bike ride saw some antelope and a mom with two young ones, but of course, no camera.
So here are some photos, one you can see the potash plant in the distance.

Peter

Awesome pictures Peter, keep 'em coming!!!

Just beautiful.

WOW!
Stunning views!

Biggest gravel pit I have ever seen. Do you ride alone or with a group?

Pap

Pap
Mostly I ride with a group, but once in a while I will ride by myself, more likely on dirt roads for training.
It is better not to get too far out by yourself as the southwest isn't forgiving if you screw up.

Peter