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PHOTOS: Balloonists take flight at 2023 Animas Valley Balloon Rally

Hot air balloons ascend into the skies during the Animas Valley Balloon Rally north of Durango on Saturday

Jerry McBride

Herald Photo Editor

Saturday, Oct 21, 2023 2:41 PM MT

Updated Saturday, Oct 21, 2023 4:15 PM MT

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Jerry McBride/Durango HeraldGeese fly past a balloon on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, during the Animas Valley Balloon Rally north of Durango.
Jerry McBride/Durango HeraldGeese fly past a balloon on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, during the Animas Valley Balloon Rally north of Durango.Jerry McBride

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