Day 78:
Had a wonderful ukulele session this morning – such a worthwhile luxury item. Got my resupply box at Sonora Pass. I also sent home my bear canister and crampons – won’t be needing those anymore now that I’m out of Yosemite.
While I was eating lunch with two Polish hikers – Magic and Gregory – Superstar showed up! Hiked with her for the rest of the afternoon and set up camp by a creek.
14 Miles today
Smiles and Miles:
Rocky Road:
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Day 79:
Superstar hit the trail early, she planned on hiking 25 miles today… not I.
Fortunately, there was a lot of shade along the way, since it was way too windy to use my umbrella.
Right before a climb, I took a snack break with a German girl named Footprint, and at the top, I enjoyed the amazing view with two guys I met, PBJ and Spooks.
Now, to make it downhill and find a good camp spot. I camped near a water source, but it wasn’t pretty – mossy and muddy (but it’s okay, I’ve done worse).
17 Miles today.
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Day 80:
Rest day.
Napped, ate, and read – good times.
A young hiker named Blackout showed up late in the day looking for a camp spot. I invited him to join. After some good conversation, I hit the hay.
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Video (Day 79):
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