Indian heaven

8/17 It’s a lax-a-daisy day, we only need to hike 5 miles to blue lake. After a big brunch we meander through some meadows. Then climb switchbacks up 700 ft. It’s glorious!We ascend to Blue lake. It’s hard to find a spot…but worth it!Time to get cleaned up, this is a process. Alpine lakes are […]

The miles

8/16 The miles are getting easier, as the views become more fantastic!By the end of the day, were planning on being at the outskirts of the Indian heaven wilderness. Which is a highly regulated designated camping area. We’re trying to plan our days through, while a bidding the rules.So we are heading to sheep lake. At least […]

The huckleberry saddle

8/15 We awake with the knowledge that we will be climbing all day.The terrain is changing, and were starting to get some views.Most the day is spent hop-scotching around other hikers. In the afternoon one of them turns around and says ” I’m so sick of climbing”. I feel ya. 3000 feet today.By the end […]

Zero for nothing

8/14 At panther creek, we decide to take a zero. With the backpacks falling apart and my persistent fevers, it’s time to reevaluate the situation. I really don’t want to hand carry my pack! Floyd however is doing a great job at the jimmy-rigging.We rest up and use all the supplements we brought. Moringa, which tastes […]

It’s FLAT!

8/13 After the attack of the midnight minions, Floyd and I descended to trout creek. There’s also a nice view, with another hiker enjoying the ambience. I’m still enjoying the descent and it’s time for a big hot brunch!I really thought we would hit the pavement and make a break out of here! Without a word […]

Comfort and conversation

8\12 We spent the night at a camp by water, along with some trail companions. Trail conversation is so very different from the everyday conversations we have. People on the trail talk of; water ( the lack and abundance), terrain ( ascends, descends, fords, washout’s, technical area’s) and of course gear, and other trails. It’s […]

Water witching.

8/11, There is no water in the trough. Averaging about 8 miles a day, this is very bad news. Rock creek is almost 5 miles. We have 2.5 litres left of h20, were dehydrated and thirsty. We’re in the middle of the 12 mile stretch. Perhaps it’s my medical background and knowledge, that is causing […]

Tumultuous Table Mt.

8/10 Were up at 5 am, packing camp and filtering water. Hiking until noon and hoping to beat the extreme, muggy heat. Were not the only hikers switching tactics. Last night a we heard a few hikers taking to the dark of night, fighting mother nature. Up,Up,Up…Dr. Suess. 3000 feet in elevation. The sweat drips, […]

Too Hot Too Handle

I don’t do so well in extreme temps. During winter we ski, and I get so cold. We usually come off the mountain and I jump in a hot tub, just to chase the chill out. When it’s as hot as my breath, I get a little sluggish, and exhausted.With the fires this year in […]

Tahmanhnah

The bridge of the Gods, named by a native tribe many moons ago. We begin our section hike of the pacific crest trail here. This trip Floyd and I are packing 180 miles. We plan to hike 9 miles a day, and would like to enjoy our trip. Here’s our story. We began our trip […]