Another perfect weekend in the Astro

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Another perfect weekend in the Astro

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Spent the weekend on BLM land just outside of Carlsbad Caverns. Astro was again the perfect vehicle for the task.


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Some more pics from the weekend out HERE.
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Re: Another perfect weekend in the Astro

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Wow, awesome photos!
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Re: Another perfect weekend in the Astro

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Sounds like a good time Arlon, that 2nd pic is a stunner :supz:
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The scenery and your van are both very photogenic :)
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Re: Another perfect weekend in the Astro

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Every one of those pics looks like a postcard. Way to get out, Arlon. :cheers:
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Re: Another perfect weekend in the Astro

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Thanks for the comments! I try to get as many chores out of the way as possible for this time of the year. I love getting out in late fall through early spring. Winters are mild enough to enjoy down here too.
2004 AWD Astro 2" lift, overnight-able
2003 Dodge/Cummins Quad cab
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1985 LTD LX 5.0 HO
Plus wife's and kid's cars to take care of...
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Re: Another perfect weekend in the Astro

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Nice pics Arlon! The van looks like it belongs in that environment. :cheers:
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