We were at 4200 ft starting out from this sign.... I remembered the water, the Off, the bars to ward off starvation, the binoculars, and the backpack to put it all in.......but forgot the camera ! So, the trusty iPhone was called upon and sometimes the lighting is not so great. But at least we were able to capture the event....and prove that he really challenged himself this time. One of the biggest residual effects of the accident almost 6 years ago, was damage to his feet, resulting in loss of some perception and flexibility. Uneven surfaces give him pause and even a gravel surface can be unstable. The guide book did mention stone steps at times but not sure we really read the description as we were still focused on the "EASY" part of the title.
As soon as we stepped into the woods, we were met with this daunting view........I said, lets not go....he said, this won't last long, I think I can do it....................
The route never changed ! It was rough and steep and fraught with challenges for the the average hiker..... but he climbed on.
We reached an area near the top with beautiful vistas and wooden stairs to protect the eco-system. The mountain ash were in full color.
This next picture is out of sequence and was seen on our trip down.
Reading the book to see what the trail offered if we did the entire 2.5 miles.......it appeared that it was more of the same so we cried 'Uncle' and headed back down....usually harder than up but we made it to the car intact and exhilarated at his accomplishment. 
A bit farther down the road is a lake with a trail. Figuring that it had to be smoother and flatter, and not yet done with walking in the woods, we ventured on.......
We did part of it, enjoyed the views and may return today for another walk or maybe rent a canoe and paddle our way around.
As soon as we stepped into the woods, we were met with this daunting view........I said, lets not go....he said, this won't last long, I think I can do it....................
The route never changed ! It was rough and steep and fraught with challenges for the the average hiker..... but he climbed on.
We reached an area near the top with beautiful vistas and wooden stairs to protect the eco-system. The mountain ash were in full color.
This next picture is out of sequence and was seen on our trip down.
Reading the book to see what the trail offered if we did the entire 2.5 miles.......it appeared that it was more of the same so we cried 'Uncle' and headed back down....usually harder than up but we made it to the car intact and exhilarated at his accomplishment. 
A bit farther down the road is a lake with a trail. Figuring that it had to be smoother and flatter, and not yet done with walking in the woods, we ventured on.......
We did part of it, enjoyed the views and may return today for another walk or maybe rent a canoe and paddle our way around. 
Way to go, Paul (and Sue)! An inspiration to us all. Glad to see you out there again.
ReplyDeleteThe only thing "out there" here is DD's water heater--on the way to the coach heater--what a job! I'm working it on IRV2 and RV Forum Community, if interested.