Although we awaken early, we lie in bed talking for quite some time. It's a brisk 47* out and we feel cozy in our sleeping bags. When we finally do get up, we...
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Jul 2, 2002 5:23 am
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I am struck by the silence in these woods. We're passng through a long stretch of burned out trees. The Manter Fire of July/August 2000 was the most intense...
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We rouse at 5:15AM and are on the PCT by 6:30AM. Our destination today is the tiny town of Lone Pine. The books give more vague references for what to look for...
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Our Trail Angel is Bob, a 70-year-old who is scouting the area. He and his wife celebrate birthdays with an adventure such as canoing, rafting, or hiking. They...
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Jul 2, 2002 5:26 am
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Spur had been up really late, at least until after 3AM. Still, at 7:30 AM he's ready to get up. I cajole him to stay in bed and get more sleep; I'll run to the...
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We climb, mostly moderately, and gain an elevation of 11,250'. The vistas are beautiful, snow capped mtns and intriguing rock formations, and gnarled trees. My...
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We had neither seen nor heard any bears last night. It had been a warm night. The only sounds had been loud frogs and a long rumble - we think it was rocks...
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Jul 3, 2002 3:09 pm
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We hike on, descending steeply before leveling off some. Another short, steep climb follows before we descend steeply yet again. I fall 3 times along the loose...
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Jul 3, 2002 3:10 pm
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We never even hear the alarm. It has been 12 hours since we fell asleep, and we had slept pretty well all through the night. I recall having some pain in my...
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Jul 3, 2002 3:10 pm
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We stop frequently to snap photos, and also to rest. It is difficult at this altitude to not feel out of breath with the exertion required. Spur especially...
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Jul 3, 2002 3:10 pm
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Neither of us hears the alarm. In a slumberous state, we notice it's light out, but roll over for some more zzz's. Spur suddenly recalls that today is the day...
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Jul 3, 2002 3:10 pm
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This is indeed the John Muir Trail. It is rich in views, ruggedly beautiful. We watch a glorious sunset - the sky a brilliant pink and the light playing on the...
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We wake up and wish each other "happy 1st day of summer!" We pack up and are out of camp by 7:20AM. It's a level trail only for the 1st hour. Starting with...
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Jul 3, 2002 3:10 pm
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The walk to Wood's Creek seems longer than expected. We keep our eyes open for the gloves, but find none. We're tired. It's a 6PM arrival at the beautiful...
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Jul 3, 2002 3:10 pm
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The alarm had sounded hours before, but we are too tired to rise. It's after 8AM before we do. We drag through our routine and finally hit the trail at 9:45. ...
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Jul 7, 2002 10:07 pm
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For a change, we get up with the alarm, as planned. It's a fast pack-up and we're on the trail by 6:30. It's climbing right away for us. We ford many rivers...
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Jul 7, 2002 10:07 pm
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We're feeling much better today, energywise. Our low mileage in the morning has to do with the difficulty of the terrain. We make good time on the flat trail...
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Jul 7, 2002 10:07 pm
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A funny thing about journaling: the writing of entries occurs at the end of the day. On the days that are truly spectacular, I'm usually so tired I'm barely...
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The views all along the valley into which wee descend are breathtaking: lakes with little islands, mtns alongside, melting ice floes, crystal-clear,...
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Jul 7, 2002 10:07 pm
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We both awaken early & lay cuddling, talking about the strange dreams we'd each had. Before we know it it's time to get up. We're packed & hiking by 6:30, just...
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We sleep late. We'd experienced heavy condensation during the night so we lay everything out to dry. We are on the trail last out of all who'd camped here last...
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I awaken many times after it becomes light. I'm feeling unusually down - I'd had dreams about my friend John again. I feel the ache of loss intensely today....
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We walk on mostly level trail, before ascendig a bit. We ford creeks on logs and rocks, until we come to the N. Fork of Mono Creek, an easy wading ford. We see...
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Jul 7, 2002 10:07 pm
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We are awake and packing when Melanie sets off from her campsite at about 6:45. We leave at 7:15. The trail completes its climb, up and over Silver Pass at...
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Jul 10, 2002 11:01 pm
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It's an enjoyable, warm morning & we sleep in till after 6 AM. Even so, we're on the trail by 7:10 AM. The trail continues along the steeply sloped, meadowed...
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Jul 10, 2002 11:06 pm
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We sleep late - blissfully. We awaken and lie quietly listening to the many birdcalls. It's a symphony of sounds out there! Our tent is a cozy cocoon from...
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Jul 10, 2002 11:11 pm
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We learn that the gas station - only a hundred yards from the grill/store - is actually an outfitter that, among other hiking/climbing gear, sells shoes. We...
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Jul 10, 2002 11:11 pm
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It had been a rough night for me; I was feeling quite ill. When we wake up in the morning, I'm still feeling awful, so I send Spur off to have breakfast with...
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Jul 10, 2002 11:23 pm
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We walk on easy, level terrain and enjoy the outrageously beautiful views. Cascading falls, green valleys, wildflowers, and mountain ridges in the distance...
