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Western Slope Run 2008

This year's Western Slope Run was to Ouray, Colorado June 13-15, 2008. Highlights included two nights in Ouray, Red Mountain Pass, the Million Dollar Highway, Silverton and Durango. About 12 MINIs and their drivers/passengers had a good time exploring the scenic beauty of the southwestern mountains of Colorado.
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  • The official Western Slope Ride magnet, issued to all participants!

    The official Western Slope Ride magnet, issued to all participants!

  • Ouray, Colorado

    Ouray, Colorado

  • The Toyota Camry Hybrid substituted for the purple MINI Cooper S, which was in the shop during this run. Same MINI driver, though.

    The Toyota Camry Hybrid substituted for the purple MINI Cooper S, which was in the shop during this run. Same MINI driver, though.

  • The Camry is temporarily badged a MINI.

    The Camry is temporarily badged a MINI.

  • Bird's eye view of a couple of MINIs at the hotel.

    Bird's eye view of a couple of MINIs at the hotel.

  • Jacob and Christine swinging in the shade next to the roaring river at the hotel.

    Jacob and Christine swinging in the shade next to the roaring river at the hotel.

  • Wendy relaxes on the river walk, right next to the hotel.

    Wendy relaxes on the river walk, right next to the hotel.

  • Getting ready for the first ride of the day.

    Getting ready for the first ride of the day.

  • Mike's paper towel dispenser doubles as a driver's side wiper.

    Mike's paper towel dispenser doubles as a driver's side wiper.

  • No visit would be complete without raising at least one bonnet for a peek.

    No visit would be complete without raising at least one bonnet for a peek.

  • The town of Ouray is situated right in the heart of the mountains.

    The town of Ouray is situated right in the heart of the mountains.

  • Waterfalls are a common sight in Ouray.

    Waterfalls are a common sight in Ouray.

  • Ouray, Colorado

    Ouray, Colorado

  • Ouray, Colorado

    Ouray, Colorado

  • Ouray, Colorado

    Ouray, Colorado

  • Ouray, Colorado

    Ouray, Colorado

  • Ouray, Colorado

    Ouray, Colorado

  • Ouray, Colorado

    Ouray, Colorado

  • Ouray, Colorado

    Ouray, Colorado

  • Ouray, Colorado

    Ouray, Colorado

  • Ouray, Colorado

    Ouray, Colorado

  • Atop the Beaumont in Ouray, Colorado

    Atop the Beaumont in Ouray, Colorado

  • Common sight from anywhere near Ouray, Colorado

    Common sight from anywhere near Ouray, Colorado

  • Ouray, Colorado

    Ouray, Colorado

  • Ouray, Colorado

    Ouray, Colorado

  • Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

    Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

  • The drive to Box Canyon is a short distance from downtown Ouray, Colorado. There are no guard rails here, so the cones will have to do.

    The drive to Box Canyon is a short distance from downtown Ouray, Colorado. There are no guard rails here, so the cones will have to do.

  • Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

    Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

  • Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

    Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

  • Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

    Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

  • Walking bridge over Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

    Walking bridge over Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

  • Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

    Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

  • Walking bridge over Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

    Walking bridge over Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

  • A couple of residents of Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

    A couple of residents of Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

  • Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

    Box Canyon in Ouray, Colorado

  • On the way from Ouray to Silverton (south).

    On the way from Ouray to Silverton (south).

  • Looking toward Red Mountain Pass from the Ouray side.

    Looking toward Red Mountain Pass from the Ouray side.

  • Yours truly.

    Yours truly.

  • A short tunnel between Ouray and Silverton.

    A short tunnel between Ouray and Silverton.

  • MINIs heading south toward Red Mountain Pass. Part of the San Juan Scenic Byway.

    MINIs heading south toward Red Mountain Pass. Part of the San Juan Scenic Byway.

  • A view of the famed Million Dollar Highway from the Toyota Camry cockpit.

    A view of the famed Million Dollar Highway from the Toyota Camry cockpit.

  • Steam locomotives for the Durango and Silverton Railroad.

    Steam locomotives for the Durango and Silverton Railroad.

  • Silverton, Colorado.

    Silverton, Colorado.

  • One of several bars in downtown Silverton, Colorado.

    One of several bars in downtown Silverton, Colorado.

  • Silverton, Colorado

    Silverton, Colorado

  • A wedding on a D&S railroad car in Silverton, Colorado.

    A wedding on a D&S railroad car in Silverton, Colorado.

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    Jacob and Christine swinging in the shade next to the roaring river at the hotel.
    Wendy relaxes on the river walk, right next to the hotel.
    Getting ready for the first ride of the day.