Coordinates: N 42 deg. 09.971', W 122 deg. 27.832': Short walk today and now I'm at Hyatt Lake Resort, a small, in-the-middle-of-the-woods fishing camp just east of I-5. I ate a huge dinner in a restaurant and picked up a few snacks for tomorrow. My plan is to take a zero day at Crater Lake. I haven't had a zero for a while and I can use a day off.
When I started planning this trip, I took time to "guess'timate" how many days it would take me to complete the 2,650 miles. I am happy to report that I am right on target - today is my 84th day and I marked my data book back in April to be 84 days at mile 1750.
The trail past Crater Lake will follow the Cascade Mountain range right up into Canada. Looking forward to what lies ahead,
keep hiking,
Greybeard
7/20/08
DAY 83: Sat.,Jul.19: 39.7 mi.day: TOTAL 1726.6
Messed up on my calendar posting days. I skipped Friday, so I'll catch up with the correct coordinates and dates today. Had a great day hiking - the weather couldn't be any better - the terrain is easy - and the miles are fast. However, WHERE'S THE WATER? That's what I was asking myself today - Saturday. There is a "water alert" notation in my data book saying no water for 24 miles. I only have 8 oz. in my water bottle - so naturally I will be on the lookout for any streams.
A few miles ago I found a little water in this gully (susposed to be spring fed); but, when I filled my empty bottle with the water - it looked like green tea - not too appealing. But, I was thirsty so I poured some chocolate mix in it and drank it; then kept walking. Wouldn't you know I came upon a gate at another trail head and there was a faucet used to supply cattle. I drank my fill and filled my water bottles. Another terrific day hiking in the state of Oregon. Passed by 6 other hikers, two I hadn't seen for some time. Everyone is focused on Canada!
Camped out near an old road not used any longer. Coordinates: N 42 deg, 09.842', W 122 deg, 36.160'.
Keep hiking,
Greybeard
A few miles ago I found a little water in this gully (susposed to be spring fed); but, when I filled my empty bottle with the water - it looked like green tea - not too appealing. But, I was thirsty so I poured some chocolate mix in it and drank it; then kept walking. Wouldn't you know I came upon a gate at another trail head and there was a faucet used to supply cattle. I drank my fill and filled my water bottles. Another terrific day hiking in the state of Oregon. Passed by 6 other hikers, two I hadn't seen for some time. Everyone is focused on Canada!
Camped out near an old road not used any longer. Coordinates: N 42 deg, 09.842', W 122 deg, 36.160'.
Keep hiking,
Greybeard
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