Today was our easiest walk. After a short climb, the trail leveled out and we walked our 7 miles on a defunct railroad bed flat and paved with cinders.
The day was not without its adventures. A portion of our walk was a "silent walk" where we were encouraged to think about where we were, where we were going, and, I guess, life in general. Steve said he thought a lot about "taciturnity." Thus, goes the humor in our group.
After a brief stop for a snack, we encountered a grouse hunt. Our trip leader who has done the walk six times said it was the first time he'd witnessed this. But given the beautiful weather, the Saturday, etc. it was perfect for the hunters. Not so for some grouse who frightened us as they burst from the heather alongside our path.
 |
| The perfect photo: hiker, heather, and mist. |
 |
| Dorothy and Nancy consult the best way to treat a blister (the nemesis of every hiker). |
No comments:
Post a Comment