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Neighborhood training…
Last Wednesday on the 4th of July we had the day off and my wife and I decided to get up early and continue our training for our upcoming trip in the Sierra’s. We each added another 5 lbs to … Continue...
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Sierra Backpacking-2012…Who Went and Why…
While compiling my thoughts about our recent trip to the Sierra mountains I realized I have yet to introduce the cast of characters and the reason for this amazing trip. Of course, backpacking with...
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Day 4: The Beginning of the Trail…Cold Water Creek to Barney Lake…and Beyond
Today is the day! Bill and Laurie stayed with us in our cabin at Red’s Meadow last night and I guess I snored enough to keep them awake most of the night. Sorry guys! We all got up early and … Continue...
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Day 5: Pika Lake to Purple Lake
This second day of our hike began (for me) around 2am. Staying hydrated on the trail is extremely important but another important consideration (if you like to sleep) is not drinking too much water...
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Day 6: Purple Lake to Grassy Lake!
Lisa and I made some adjustments in our sleeping arrangement last night to help ward off the unanticipated cold. We zipped our sleeping bags together and wore nearly every piece of clothing we brought...
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Day 7: Rejuvenation Day at Grassy Lake
Day 7 of our trip was a refreshing and much-needed break from our vigorous schedule. It was another beautiful sunny day and we woke to a single pair of quacking ducks swimming back and forth in the...
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Day 8: Grassy Lake to Fish Creek
Waking up on our last morning at Grassy Lake I hear an unfamiliar sound; a light drizzle of rain tapping on the thin nylon of the tent over my head. Last night we noticed clouds rolling in and now for...
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Day 9: Fish Creek to Barney Lake
Today is day 9 of our trip from Seattle and our 6th day of backpacking. We wake to a sunny morning and hit the trail by 9am. The 1 mile walk out of Fish Creek is a pleasant climb of … Continue reading →
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Day 10: Barney Lake to Seattle–The Final Chapter
Sleeping was difficult our last night on the trail, partially because I was cold all night but mostly because I am ready to be off the trail. I am looking forward to a warm shower, clean clothes, and a...
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The Xmas Calendar
Last August seven exceptional people and I went backpacking in the Sierras… My lovely wife and I put together a calendar with some photos from the trip. Unlike previous calendars that featured...
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