Day 135:
It rained overnight, so I’m glad I had the rainfly up. And there are still darkish clouds overhead, so more is likely on the way.
Took a break from outrunning the rain cloud and used some cell service to call Mom and Dad. Just to let them know i’m still alive and stuff.
I came across a dayhiker with a dog who was startled by me. She explained that it was her first hike that she’s doing alone… and my response was “me too.” Its true. Too funny.
Cruised right along until dark. Setup camp at 7:40pm. Without my pack, I followed the long descent to the water and waited patiently for the slow spring to fill my bottles. Nearly half a mile in the pitch black of night back to my tent was not my favorite thing, but you gotta do what you gotta do.
Made it safely back to camp (as usual) and went to sleep.
24 miles today.
Dark clouds:
Beauty:
Loving this day:
Oregon/Washington High point:
Green as far as the eye can see:
Smiles and miles:
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Day 136:
After 5 miles, I took a spur trail off the PCT and onto the Oregon Skyline Trail, which should take me to the Shelter Cove resort just a bit faster.
Passed right through a horse camp, and met plenty of mule and horse riders. Refilled water from a spigot I found there and kept on hiking
The trail went from sandy to rocky to fallen trees. Just lovely.
Camped with a section hiker named Ryan.
20 miles today. (15 of the OST)
Coldness level 9000:
Cloudy views:
Fall colors:
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Day 137:
Snoozed my alarm this morning. No reason to rush since i’m going in for a resupply, and most likely, i’m getting there before my box.
Hiked the 5 miles into Shelter Cove Resort and met three hikers (two SOBOS and one NOBO).
I was right about the box. Waited until 5pm for the delivery truck and was back on trail by 6pm.
Enjoyed an amazing sunset and decided to setup camp. I simply could not walk away from the view.
7 miles today (5 remaining of OJT, 2 miles out of the resort).
Shelter Cove Resort:
Glad they put a handrail:
Sunset:
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