11JAN00.  Southward view, west flank cuestas.  After climbing Mariscal (upper left) this was the descent route; there are no trails on this hill.  The peak marks the center of a classic eroded anticline structure (see the Geology map), and our traverse was to acquire spectral reflectance data from various symmetric formations to either side of the summit.  To the right (out of view here) were Cretaceous beds having an astonishing array of large ammonites and other shallow-marine fossils in excellent condition.  

There also was absolutely NO water here (about 6 km from Fresno Camp), and until 2 PM virtually no shade.  This was the location where several in our party began to suffer serious dehydration.  See also the Park Staff's driving recommendations.

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