Our first hike of the summer season was on S’s birthday in the
middle of the week. So for the first time since he retired we had the luxury of
going on a hike during the week instead of on a weekend or a holiday. We
went to a picnic spot 40 miles away with our Subway lunch spread and had the
place all to ourselves. The only person we saw on the trail was a guy on a
bicycle. It was great.
The temperature was mild and the sun was bright but not hot.
Later in the season we might pick a trail that winds through the trees more for
the shade, but on this day it was perfect. We hiked for several hours in an
easterly direction going up and down hills and knolls. At times we were close
to the stream and ponds in the marshes. Penelope would go off trail frequently
to jump in the water for a swim and a drink.
It is much drier this year, there are some wildflowers out
but the meadows are not as lush. Last year we were at over 200% of the yearly
moisture, this year it is something like 23%. There were no mosquitoes either.
Lovely day, we came home from the hike took a little nap
then went to the Avengers movie.
Lou
What great photos!!! Sounds like fun!
ReplyDeleteIt really was a great day, but we about wore out the dog. She doesn't know how to hike in moderation. With all of her running around, I think she traveled about twice as far as we did. Because of the low precipitation levels this spring, we were able to hike through some areas that would have been pretty boggy in a normal year.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great birthday!!! :)
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