An odd day. Though we woke up at 5:30 we took our time, had breakfast and coffee, and chatted with the other campers, a few section hikers and a few thru hikers, among them GW and Positive.
While most everyone opted for the Drakesbad Guest Ranch breakfast Ingrid and I headed off to the trail around 7:30 which began as a climb over looking the ranch and campgrounds below. The morning was cool and humid from the clouds above and the rain from yesterday, but by mid-afternoon was sunny and hot again.
We took our first break 6 miles in and cooled off at Twin Lake. After snacks I washed my shirt, filtered water, and charged the iPhone while Ingrid tried to nap- without success as a village of large black ants found her much too interesting.
We went through a huge burnt out section, which was at times quite beautiful. The burnt trees had orange pine needles so they looked autumnal but the trunks were burnt black and the grass was a vibrant green.
The last part of the day was walking through what looked like a restored forest, miles of rowed trees. It was really strange as the forest looked too organized and neat.
The best part of the day was where we camped. We found a perfect clearing amongst the pine trees next to a large and beautiful creek. And because it was still hot and the sun not yet behind the hills I washed my hair and took a dip while Ingrid soaked her feet.
An hour later GW and Positive joined us with 1 Pint coming in just before heading off to bed.
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Awesome! ...r
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