So awake, packed, and checked out by 9:00. I made a quick stop at DQ. They served breakfast. Who would of thought it. A biscuit and coffee for the road walk back to the trailhead. 

After all the rain, you can imagine the trail conditions. MUDDY!

The count now is seven. That’s the number of times I’ve fallen. Today’s wet and muddy hike resulted in two falls. Both minor…but enough to be counted. 

I’ve been hiking with a young man, Orange Crush. We have about the same pace…he is slightly faster. Our goals align for now. We are making miles. We pushed forward 24.3 miles today. 

Thankfully the weather is improving. 

And the long range forecast is for clear skies and warm temps. 

Hike on!