by Minstrel | Mar 31, 2023 | Southern California, Trail
Start point Warner Springs at mile 112.5 End point Indian Flats PCT Connection at mile 119.6 Miles hiked 7.1 on trail. 3+ off. Wilderness area Cleveland National Forest People I met Rob Big Box Big Tuna Chopper Danny And so many more The day on trail Yesterday you...
by Minstrel | Mar 30, 2023 | Southern California, Trail
Start point Barrel Springs, mile 101.1 End point Agua Caliente Creek crossing at mile 112.5 Miles hiked 11.4 Wilderness area Still between wilderness areas People I met Squirrel David (from Czech) The day on trail Today I woke up to snow covering my tent! I knocked a...
by Minstrel | Mar 29, 2023 | Southern California, Trail
Start point Third Gate, mile 91.2 End point Barrel Springs, mile 101.1 Miles hiked Let’s just call it 10 Wilderness area San Felipe Hills People I met The Beast and Sweets The day on trail If this hike was a video game, today would have been one of the final...
by Minstrel | Mar 28, 2023 | Southern California, Trail
Start point Scissors Crossing, mile 77.3 End point Third Gate, mile 91.2 Miles hiked 13.9 Wilderness area Cleveland National Forest People I met Rebecca, Fossil Lady Professor Atlas Saunter Ghost Jen and Brett The day on trail Today had an interesting start, but it...
by Minstrel | Mar 27, 2023 | Southern California, Zero days
Zero day: Julian to Scissors Crossing Well I didn’t sleep well, but that’s common for me when I share a room. I’m at least feeling rested, so no worries. Uncle Ben, my dad, and I started off with breakfast at the Julian Cafe. They’re supposed to open at 8 but the...