Our afternoon hike was challenging for me. We had to negotiate large tree roots which protruded their knobby arms every which way. I was a tired camper after that 8 mile walk! But let me put it all in perspective. We recently picked up some more hitchhikers, this time from the USA, and they are amazing! Sye, Jellybean, and Alex are in the process of hiking a portion of the Continental Divide. When they finish this feat, they will have walked close to 700 miles! So far, they've averaged 16.5 miles a day!
The gals needed a ride to a town to stock up on food for the next leg of their journey. It was very interesting talking with the trio. In order to take this 2-month hike, they quit their jobs as social worker, truck driver, and barista. This isn't their first hike; in fact, they met hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. Bill and I are so impressed with how they are pursuing their passion.
Today we are in Jasper National Park, where our friends Judy and Jack are staying. We hope to get together with them tomorrow. Bill literally can't stop gaping at the mountains. He loves them so! Here's a photo of the sunset view from our campsite the other evening.
Time to go start dinner...ribs on the grill...yum!
Mickey here. I love following your adventure thru this blog. Where do you find the internet to add to it? Is it hard to pick it up while up in the mountains? Do you use Bill's phone? The pictures are great! What is the average hi temp for the day? We are in the 80's back here in B'more. That is much better temp than 100's. We have been having much nicer weather lately. The restaurant is doing ok this summer. It usually slows down a bit because of vacations anyway. The ocean towns of packed they tell me. Good for them. Tell Bill I said hi. He hasn't texted me much lately. He must have tired fingers. Love you both. Mickey
ReplyDeleteHITCHHIKERS? I am going to need that envelope after all.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos. You have certainly met some interesting individuals.
ReplyDeleteGinger