One of my goals, simply put, "More hiking. Less stopping."
Today I did just that. My son was with me, and he's always way ahead of me during hikes. Sure, he was ahead of me, but I only stopped three times on this hike, which he said was much less than usual. Making progress on that goal. Now if I could just go uphill for two miles without a break, I'd be well on the way to Mt Borah.
Keeping up with him on the downhill is not easy, either. He has long legs. I am 5 foot tall. You figure it out.
The sky was clear and the sun shone strongly. Some parts of the trail were downright muddy. Disgustingly muddy. My boots are still outside, recovering. Other parts were snow covered and shaded. I like those parts. Some were icy, leading to a few slips, especially on the way down. I pity the person who tries this trail this weekend. Those snowy parts will be all icy parts by then. But, moving on. It was warm enough to leave the fleece in the pack, and at times I cursed the Smartwool long sleeve top I was wearing. Oh and that smell in the sun - the smell of sun-baked trees and mulching oak leaves and pine needles - so fragrant. But I really excelled in the cooler areas. As usual.
The campground was again deserted but more snow than last time. The sweat cooled and the sun was warming. Dogs had treats; humans had apples and granola bars. Both had water.
Hoping we can try the acorn trail next week. I feel ready.
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Dogs & human enjoying the sun
Awww, look at the little one. She's weird.
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