Limping Into Longmire

Tuesday, September 10Wonderland Trail Day #7Start: Nickel CreekStop: Longmire 14.46 mi2,662′ ascent3,430′ descent  When I went to bed, the moon was rising and shining brightly. And for some reason, the group camp folks were up late walking back and forth with their headlamps lighting up the forest. I awake before my 5:30 am watch alarm and … More Limping Into Longmire

Sunrise Resupply

Sunday, September 8Wonderland Trail Day #5Start: Yellowstone Cliffs via Sunrise Visitor CenterStop: Sunrise Camp17.20 miles4,945′ ascent 3,878′ descent Just as I was going to bed I try to clear my stuffy nose. Either because of the smoke or trail dust or other outdoor factors, my nose has been so congested. I give my nose a good blow … More Sunrise Resupply

Spray Park Goats

Saturday, September 7Wonderland Trail Day #4Start: Eagle’s Roost via Spay ParkStop: Yellowstone Cliffs11.01 miles3,813′ ascent3,648′ descent  The exertions of yesterday leave my body amped up and it takes me half the night to fall asleep. Plus, it is so damn warm that I don’t need my sleeping bag for half the night. I toss and turn … More Spray Park Goats

Who Wants Lake Water?

Thursday, September 5Wonderland Trail Day #2Start: Devil’s Dream CampStop: Klapatche Park Camp10.54 miles3,722’ ascent3,186’ descent As usual, I toss and turn all night but mostly sleep well. I don’t have an alarm set and let daylight wake me. I don’t hear any sounds of life from my neighbors as I roll into action about 6:20 … More Who Wants Lake Water?