Author: Jim, Sagebrush

My plan is to not hike far today, for two reasons. The first is that my image in the mirror was looking a little skinny, so a chance to eat and rest more might be advisable. The second is that my supply box for this relatively short stretch was being mailed today, so I should not outrace it.
I found a nice spot at Hidden Park in Winter Park to hang out, with an electrical outlet to charge electronics.

Around 2PM I started hitching at the south end of the commercial strip, and took thirty minutes to get a ride with road angel Bill and dog Zia, a rescue. Continue reading “Winter Park Nero”

The morning reveals thick dark clouds overhead.

Typically mornings start clearer and take until noon to build to storm strength. What is this new pattern? These clouds are not moving, just floating in place.
The climb up to a ridge is in fog. The views must be great when clear.

Here is an artsy shot. Continue reading “Berthoud”

Climbing up Argentine Pass and looking back down, one sees a cluster of beaver dams.

Two big climbs this morning, before afternoon weather, Mount Edward (not shown here, 13k) and Grays Peak (14k) on the right.

The climb to Grays Peak is on steady grade and good trail. Near the summit the trail vanishes and cairns suggest a way to the top. One can look down on many peaks at 13k. Continue reading “More Peaks More Pause”