Colorado Springs Observation Essay
Military life is colorful and adventurous much like the families that trek that lifestyle. Belonging to the military community for nearly two decades has given me a different outlook on each place we end up. Outdoor enthusiasts, like most military families are, make Colorado Springs a desirable place to be stationed. Colorado Springs has a perfect location. The weather offers many clear beautiful days, making Colorado Springs a playground to be enjoyed most of the year. Many points of interest and vacation sights that can be done in or around Colorado Springs make it a favorite in the military community.
Colorado Springs is snuggled at the base of Pike Peak, a famous portion of the Rocky Mountains, declaring their majesty, as they loom over the city. Colorado Springs is on the western half of the United States. Colorado Springs is found on the eastern half of the state of Colorado. Colorado Springs fall within El Paso county. Because, Colorado Springs are …show more content…
The summers are hot. The winters are cool. The fall is very warm and festive and the spring time too. The air is thin, due to the desert like environment and higher elevation. Humidity is low: this is a beneficiary of those with arthritis. The weather can be very unpredictable here. For example, the other day while driving down I-25, a storm popped up next to me. The clouds opened up and down poured to the earth below. The wind pushed and the rain pounded, but suddenly turned and dissipated as if it was never there. The events like this can be fascinating and frightening. This city with its glamorous and breathtaking views has a source of danger, lightning. In seven years 30 people were struck and killed by lightning while fishing in CO. The military are outdoors a lot for training, so watching, and listening for lightning alerts are very important. Still, the weather is nice enough most of the year, and allows enjoyment of the outdoor activities and point of
Colorado Springs is snuggled at the base of Pike Peak, a famous portion of the Rocky Mountains, declaring their majesty, as they loom over the city. Colorado Springs is on the western half of the United States. Colorado Springs is found on the eastern half of the state of Colorado. Colorado Springs fall within El Paso county. Because, Colorado Springs are …show more content…
The summers are hot. The winters are cool. The fall is very warm and festive and the spring time too. The air is thin, due to the desert like environment and higher elevation. Humidity is low: this is a beneficiary of those with arthritis. The weather can be very unpredictable here. For example, the other day while driving down I-25, a storm popped up next to me. The clouds opened up and down poured to the earth below. The wind pushed and the rain pounded, but suddenly turned and dissipated as if it was never there. The events like this can be fascinating and frightening. This city with its glamorous and breathtaking views has a source of danger, lightning. In seven years 30 people were struck and killed by lightning while fishing in CO. The military are outdoors a lot for training, so watching, and listening for lightning alerts are very important. Still, the weather is nice enough most of the year, and allows enjoyment of the outdoor activities and point of