Sometimes the unplanned, grab-the-gear-and-go trips are just what is needed. This was one of those times. The sun was already nearing the horizon when I got out on the road toward my destination. I had tossed some basic items into my bag so that I had the option to sleep in the desert if I wanted, but mostly, I just wanted to spend some time with the night. The stars, the crickets, the cool night air–it was all well worth the last minute trip.
