May 12, 2013
20 miles
OK, I miss the Jacuzzi. Reloaded with five days of food to make it to Big Bear, as well a gallon of water has returned my pack to the 30 pound range. And a day full of climbs. And a swollen stomach. And the inertia of 48 hours of sloth, made today tough going. Still, it was great to be back on the trail.
The trail lived up to its name today, following the crest of the mountain for several miles. Far down to the right lay the artificial green of Palm Springs. To the left lay a true green alpine meadow with enticing, out of reach alpine lakes.
Alpine lake
The day was very warm and the twenty miles passed by grudgingly. Saw my first gopher snake.
Medusa
Arrived at camp pretty well done in. Dinner was Couscous, Miso Pasta and dried fish of unknown origin washed down with hot chocolate. A fire and an early crash.
It’s good to be back.
Steve Halteman
On the Pacific Crest Trail
Hiking the PCT for the Kids of Escuela Verde
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