While driving along Route 95 and passing through Amargosa Valley, my son spotted the Area 51 Alien Center and wanted to stop. I saw a lone container against the desert backdrop and knew I wanted the shot. While I was taking it, a local wandered up and asked if I was photographing wildlife. I said no and asked if there was anything I should be worried about. He told me the only wildlife to worry about comes from above, and that if I were abducted by aliens, I should hope they were female, as I might enjoy the probing; and that I certainly wouldn’t if they were male.

I said okay and thanked him for the advice. It was a bizarre, but enjoyable interaction.