Managing Surprises – Thursday June 10, 2021
As well as we plan ahead and try to cover all our bases, there will be unexpected things happen. We … Continue reading Managing Surprises – Thursday June 10, 2021
Tag: Hiking
Weekend Get-Away to Mt Rainier National Park
On Friday Oct 30, played golf with the the guys in the morning on the Port Ludlow Golf Course. It … Continue reading Weekend Get-Away to Mt Rainier National Park
Sierra Creek Horse Camp to Lake George Camp, Oct 31, 2020
Up at 6:00am. Close to freezing. Breakfast of coffee and Kodiak Oatmeal. Packed and left by 8:30am. Filled water bottles. … Continue reading Sierra Creek Horse Camp to Lake George Camp, Oct 31, 2020
Arriving at Cascade Locks
Elaine and I have reached Cascade Locks on the banks of the Columbia River. We have hiked 1817 miles since … Continue reading Arriving at Cascade Locks
Flat Mama…and Flat Papa
Choosing the amount and kind of clothing we’ll take is critical for success and comfort on the Pacific Crest Trail. … Continue reading Flat Mama…and Flat Papa
Here’s the Gear
It’s taken a lot of organizing to be ready for this trip – looking ahead for all the conditions of … Continue reading Here’s the Gear
The Final Trainer
We have been increasing our mileage to be ready to do those long days. Today, we did our last training … Continue reading The Final Trainer
Sleeping on the trail…on the ground
As we progress down the trail, one of our most looked-forward-to points every day will finally being able to lie … Continue reading Sleeping on the trail…on the ground
Endurance!
We very much appreciate the trails we have here in Port Ludlow. Our thanks to the Port Ludlow Trails Committee. … Continue reading Endurance!
Home Away from Home
Many people wonder where we’re going to stay when we “do this hike”. Elaine and I are experienced tent campers. … Continue reading Home Away from Home
Dogleggers on the Trail 