How much do we love Palo Duro Canyon? I can tell you after about 6 months of “living” the canyon…I do. I am a West Texas native, but I was mostly unaware of the rich history living in the walls of our beautiful state park.
After studying the history, visiting the canyon countless times and interviewing experts on every aspect of the canyon, I have a new sense of admiration for our scenic wonder.
Pete Petersen brings up in his interview, “What did the Indians think when they first saw the canyon…was it a welcoming place? What did Charles Goodnight think?” I feel the presence of those who came before and I continue to be overwhelmed by the unthinkable amount of time it took the Prairie Dog Town fork of the Red River to form the canyon and reveal the hidden world inside.
Palo Duro Canyon is home to unique ecosystems, home to beautiful cliffs, ledges and hoodoos, home to an exceptional past and its right here in our home, the Texas Panhandle.
Watch the “Natural Wonder of Texas: Palo Duro Canyon,then go to Palo Duro canyon and experience the place for yourself (all over again or for the very first time). And you too will “heart” Palo Duro Canyon.
Monday, August 31, 2009
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