Reach The Peak, the Rogue's notebook.

"For the world is hollow, and I have touched the sky." -S3E8 Star Trek
Trek to touch the sky. Red Rocks Canyon in the shadow of Pyramid Rock. Pillar elevation 7487ft. 
Zuni Mountains. Gallup, NM. 11/11/24

     New Mexico mission. Can't talk about it. Otherwise this post will self destruct. So, out there for weeks at a time. Gallup. American Indian capital of the world. No matter where I went, I don't think I met a single irate American. Native or otherwise. Not a lot to the town. But au' naturale... very striking. Early AM, mid-20's, medium to light snow- inch or three.

Local.

Downtown Gallup.

Famous. Authentic. Good stuff!

Jerry's Chile Rellenos Christmas style-
with red and green chile sauce.

Courtesy JW.

The Duke's hangout circa 1950's.

     Afternoon sun, mid 50's F. Dry. Not humid. Pretty much an everyday thing. Perfect for hiking. Hiking. Pyramid Rock trail head. A 1.7 mile trek...each way. Stoke? Really? What can I say? Stoked after completing this trail head for sure. Stoked for the connection with nature. 

Cairns...native trail markers...everywhere.

Touching the sky. Pyramid Rock, NM.
Elevation: 7487ft. 11/11/2024.

Mt. Washington, NM.

Great cardiovascular workout. A chance to clear the mind and reduce stress. Each step- a new perspective. Got to the 1/4 mile and thought, "I'll go to the 3/4 mark and turn," then I figured, "what the hell, let's get to the 1-mile marker." By that time, "f*#k it, to the top!" Indian cairns for navigation. Stairs carved into the stone walls. Trail markers etched into the rock paths. A sense of exploration, perseverance, and accomplishment that inspired. To reach the peak of the Pyramid. Felt like I could touch the sky. Stoked. Made the walk back that much more gratifying.

     La Cumbre Brewing. Elevated IPA. Fit the bill. Intense flavors of resinous pine and tropical citrus. Mango, pineapple, grapefruit, etc. Super dry finish. 7.2% ABV meant not finishing the 4-pack in one night. 100 IBUs gave an idea of just how much of a hop punch this one threw. Relaxing sip after the hike...trek...whatever. Enjoyed this local brew. Rated a B+/A-.

High Spirits, the Rogues's notebook.

Mushy. Sectioning. Healing. Ocean Salted - always good for the soul. South Beach, Assateague. 10/31/2024

     Water temps in the mid-60s. Air temps in the 70s. No tropical fronts around us. In-laws in town on a healing tour. Much going on. The feel of mortality always leaves us looking over our shoulder. Out on the boat in October. The air is cool and crisp, carrying the scent of fallen leaves and wood-smoke from the shore. The water mirrors the fiery reds, oranges, and golds of the trees that line the banks. The bay and inlet waterways are less crowded. The soft light of an early sunset. As Halloween draws near, there’s a mysterious edge to the calm — fog drifts low across the surface, and the distant hoot of an owl echoes through the stillness. Wrapped up in more layers than usual. It is both feel both peaceful and alive, Surrounded by the quiet beauty of the season. The whisper of both the death of one season and birth of another. 

O'Connor Brewing brought on

El Guapo Agave IPA. September's

Williamsburg trip. Everywhere we

went- saw it there. Subliminal. Had

to get a sixer. 7.5% summer to autumn

warmer. Orange-gold pour. 2-finger

fluff white head. Sweet notes of caramel and citrus. 70 IBU hop punch in the mouth. Rated a B+.

Kite Surfing - Bucket lister - Bayside Salted.

Knob Creek 9yr Bourbon

Maple Walnut Old Fashioned.

100proof. 50% ABV. Bring

on the chill! A+ rating.

Main Street Halloween
Berlin, Md. 10/31/25

Beginning and end. Day 1- Eastern Sho' high. Sunset on the Narrows- Kent Island, MD. 10/30/2024.

Localmotion, the Rogue's notebook.

Burning sand on the north end. Speed. Racin' across the island-  Assateague, 10/12/2024.

I gotta keep that motor turning

I gotta keep that engine clean

I gotta keep those tires burning

I've got the best you've ever seen.

-Heatseeker, AC/DC

     Happenin' again. Cruisers have returned. A bold and nostalgic energy to any town they rumble through. Powerful engines, aggressive styling, and deep, throaty exhaust notes, they turn heads. These machines represent freedom, speed, and American automotive heritage. And while I can't speak for the the majority, these cruisers showcase raw power and craftsmanship. Muscle cars aren't just vehicles—they're statements of style, performance; can't help it, pure rubber on the asphalt. On the beach- au natural, on the water- by wave or machine, you feel it... the passion for speed. You can see the ripples. The spume of exertion. When the rubber catches the road, the hull planes, the crest folds over and the stick rockets down the shoulder. Muscle. Speed. Pure and simple. Got a few pics. Some vehicles are fast sittin' still. 

Twin Demons

"Get off my lawn!" -Gran Torino

'65 Vette

'67 Camaro Z28

A boat. A 'wagon. A board. The Shore. What more does one need?...

...a beer maybe? (Sinepuxent drive-up)

Maibock. Or Helles. German

style lager. Copper pour.

Finger-thick head. Stronger

than your normal lager. This

one in at 7.2% ABV. Hop

forward... about 40 IBUs.

One of the favorites at

Sin-Brew on 611. Scents of

herbs and honey. Toasted

malts and caramel flavors

Rated a B+ consistently.

Drop Anchor, the Rogue's notebook.

Backside peek (L-R), Susan Constant, Discovery, and Godspeed at mooring on the James River.
 Jamestown Ferry dock, 9/20/2024.

"Swinging gently on its anchor line, the ship was nearly silent in

the predawn light. The low groaning of the rigging and the soft 

lapping of the waves against the hull were the only sounds...

     The first one awake, the expedition's leader had finished

breakfast before coming on deck, bringing with him only what

remained of his morning drink. It was the drink that had him

concerned, for on drawing his morning beer he had seen how

perilously low the ship's supply of ale had dwindled."

-The Dawn of American Beer, Beer In America.

     Water. Love the water. To be by the water. Drop anchor. Find your center. Zac sang it, " There's a place where the boat leaves from. It takes away all your big problems..." Pretty convinced I'm not gonna be usin' a stick anytime soon. So, eye out for water elsewhere. Rivers. Creeks. The Bay's tributaries. On the right coast these liquid byways lead to hidden coves, sloughs, and protected harbors. Places to float, shelter, hide (if you're running...or not). Our return to the Tidewater peninsula. The vow? To visit sites previously unseen. New resort digs. Restaurants. Breweries. Even made the effort within Colonial Williamsburg to find those nooks, crannies, and corners we hadn't been ventured thru before. Before we left, our supply of ale was restored. A trip pictorial, post mooring. 

The Brass Tap. Beer good. Food better. 

        

Frothy Moon Brewhouse's

Beam Me Up Scottie Brown

Ale. Roasted malts and toffee 

in both aroma and flavor. Hints

of chocolate.  First taste very

good. Tailed off the more I

drank it. 6.2% ABV. 23IBUs.

 Rated a C+.

Beer and coffee brewery. Preferred the beer. Wife loved the coffee.

 

The Colony- Williamsburg base camp.

Upscale sports bar. Good food, nice drink selection.

For breakfast - simply the best...so far.

The Ewing House, E. Frances St.- And so it begins...

Alewerks Windmill 

Wheat. Colonial 

feature. Mandarin

oranges. Cardamom. 

Citrusy. Clean, 

slightly bitter finish.

5% ABV. Est. 25IBUs. 

B rate.

Robertson's Windmill. 

Iconic Williamsburg Inn. This started it for me. First ever visit with my Grandparents as a pre-teen. This is where we stayed. How can you not fall? 9/21/2024.

Liberty Lounge - Thank you for your service!

"Oh bloody hell...ok- Cheers Mate!"

Raleigh Tavern - the barroom brawl that started a country.

 

Nor'east Duke of Gloucester Street.

Berret's Seafood. Great Chesapeake oysters during happy hour.
Outside raw bar was kickin'! Interior atmosphere was a bit bland,
and the seafood could've used a spice-me up.

Another Alewerks American

Heritage brew. Choclate

Stout. Coffee, toffee, and 

roasted malts. Not overly

sweet. Nice hop bite. 7% ABV.

Est. 40IBUs. A- rate.

  

Strange brews @ Strangeways!

Chill(y) evening at the Colony.

Smooth Marriott checkout, 9/22/2024.