OmPi's Adventures

The morning was a slow start as is to be expected after a night like that. We got up and the room looked like a delivery truck for an outfitter had crashed and spilled gear everywhere. Freefall still needed to shop for his resupply so we headed to the grocer. Note to self get all town chores done before enjoying the down time. I still had to organize and pack my food away.

We decided on the 11am shuttle back to the trail head and I had one more shower in my future before leaving town. As the dust settled and gear was packed we realized there was still some beer left over so nothing like drinking your calories for breakfast. It probably goes without saying but that was not the smartest idea when getting ready to walk a dozen miles up, down and across some mountains.

My pace fluctuated a lot during the day but I arrived at the planned stopping point within about 90 minutes and wasn't ready to stop hiking so I carried on. Just a bit past the shelter there was a no blaze trail that led to to top of Siler Bald. Well worth the work to get to the top, plus I had the benefit of leaving my pack at the bottom.

Up there I met 13 Rays of Sunshine, a guy from Ft. Lauderdale hiking with his dog. He was enjoying the moment and taking advantage of the scenery meditating 5216 feet up a mountian. He was a neat guy and we leapfrogged a few times, always having a nice exchange. He is apparently doing many mail drops as well, as quality food for him is a priority. I hope to run into him again.

After sitting in a little meddow taking a break I felt the winds changing and knew the sky was going to open. That kicked me into high gear and I busted out the next 3 mikes to the shelter. On the way the trail crossed an old fire tower which provided some exceptional views. The blazes and signage in the area were a bit confusing though I managed to find my way.

After getting into the shelter camping area I set up camp, got some water and settled in. Less than an hour later the rain began. This is the first rain I have really experience on the trail but I know the saying is "No Pain, No Rain, NO Maine." The rain continued through the night and let up for about an hour in the morning but looking at the radar it is going to rain all day and night again before becoming beautiful.  I think I'm gonna take the #FairWeatherHiker method to heart and cozy in, waiting for things to stop before moving on.

Until next update. Much Love to All.

OmPi ( ॐ π )