Before getting to this weeks desktop, there's a couple of things I wanted to remind you about.  First, expect the next update to be on time.   Second, the previous weeks wallpaper is always still available by clicking the preview to the left found on this page.  Enjoy!

Above is this weeks free desktop. This week we travel back for another peek at this wonderful place, Crater Lake National Park. Located in southern Oregon, Crater Lake is known for it's brilliantly blue water, awe inspiring views and for being the deepest lake in the US at 1943 ft deep (it also has some of the heaviest snowfall in the US, averaging 533 inches (44.4 ft) a year, something for one to ponder this time of year (: ). This marvel formed in the collapsed remains of Mount Mazama, a volcano which experienced a cataclysmic eruption about 7,700 years ago. There are many excellent places to view Crater Lake from, Garfield Peak and The Watchman to name a couple, but the photo this week comes from the highest point in the park, the 8929 ft. Mount Scott which unlike most of the observation points in this park is not part of the rim of the lake, but is rather 2 miles off the rim allowing for a "setback" view of this wonder. Shot in August 2006 on the trail a short distance from its top and the fire lookout tower located there. We are looking west back across Crater Lake at sunset and this the second photo for this event. Points of interest here are two the two peaks to the rim, to the left is The Watchman which is around six miles away. There is a 1.5 mile trail up to the fire tower on its top and the view from the deck is great. Moving right, the second jagged peak is Hillman Peak which donesn't offer a hiking opportunity. The next feature of note here requires you look real close in front of the Watchman, you can just make out the "bump" in the water about five miles away which happens to be the most famous feature, Wizard Island. Wizard Island is actually a new volcanic cone of this reforming, yet presently inactive volcano. There is a boat you can pay to ride out to Wizard Island in the summer months and there is a trail to the top of this 767 ft feature for another interesting perspective. I really enjoy visiting Crater Lake, to me, its one of those places you just have to see to truly understand the depth of the beauty found here. There is no doubt in my mind that this is a park well worth a visit. Check the links section for more info on Crater Lake National Park.