Friday, 26 September Things are warming up, the 30s this morning. Dolora and I were in no hurry this morning. After breakfast and coffee, we headed in the direction of Fishing Bridge. The wildlife included Trumpeter Swans and lots of ducks on the way out. On the way back as we were crossing Fishing Bridge…
Yellowstone – Day 5 – Grizzly Bear!
Thursday, 25 September This morning was our warmest so far in the park, 30 degrees. Dolora and I were up early and to see sunrise over the lake. Fog covered the lake but the mountains in the distance were clear. While waiting for the sun to come up we heard elk bugling in the distance….
Yellowstone – Day 4 – Yellowstone Lake
Wednesday, 24 September Another 23 degree morning but no fog, at least at the lodge. That was soon to change when we got on the road. After Dolora and I had our coffee and yogurt for breakfast, we packed up. Our next two nights are at Lake Lodge Cabins. We backtracked to Grand Prismatic Spring…
Yellowstone – Day 3 – Geysers and More Geysers
Tuesday, 23 September This morning’s temperature was 23 degrees, a little surprise since the day was supposed to be ten degrees warmer than yesterday. Altitude is over 7,300 feet though. The morning was foggy giving us an excuse to relax in the room before venturing out for the day, By nine, the fog had lightened…
Yellowstone – Day 2 – Hot Springs
Monday, 22 September Note that if you are only reading this in your email, you are missing the photos. You have to go to the website to see the pics. I apologize in advance for the many brief videos. Photos do not do justice to many of the sites. Dolora and I were up early…
Yellowstone – Day 1 – Gardiner
Sunday, 21 September Today started early with the short drive to Dulles for Dolora and my 8:30 flight to Bozeman, Montana. We usually do not check a bag but hiking poles are not allowed in carry on bags. Check in was smooth and the flight was almost on time, with an open seat between us….
Northville Placid Trail – Epilogue
Wednesday, 27 August Up at sunrise for the long drive to Mountain Top and then back to Manassas. An overcast day made for nice driving weather. A summary of the hike as tracked by my Garmin watch is below. Bob and I hiked short mile days. The short days combined with the flat terrain kept…
Northville Placid Trail – Day 10 – Echo Cliff Hike
Tuesday, 26 August Wonderful sleeping last night. It cooled off and Bob and I had the heat turned down. Zucchini bread and cream cheese with coffee while waiting for the inn to open for breakfast later. Our canoe fishing plans were foiled by the wind. Today seemed like the windiest day of our trip. Breakfast…
Northville Placid Trail – Day 9 – Rest and Relaxation
Monday, 25 August Too windy and cool to take a canoe out on the lake. After another hearty breakfast it was mostly connecting with WiFi, reading and exploring the inn grounds. Lots of old memorabilia in the inn to enjoy. Hike planned for tomorrow if it is not raining.
Northville Placid Trail – Day 8 – Lakeside Cabin
Sunday, 24 August Last night around midnight was a loud thunderstorm. Lots of lightning and thunder with sheets of rain. It was a good night to be in a cabin. Bob and I were up early as usual. Coffee was setup the night before so that was only to flip a switch. Bob brought some…