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| Lisa, Mel, Carol, Ellen, Peggy, Al, Steve (and me) |
Yes, eight Senior Trailblazers showed up for what we knew would be a wet hike. We were supposed to be heading into the wilderness, but when we saw a forecast of three inches of rain where were would have hiked, we decided to make it something closer to home. We ended up carpooling over to the North Shore of Lake Whatcom, three miles each way on a mostly flat trail with trees that would shelter us from some of the wind.
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| Lake Whatcom |
We never had a hard rain, but it was wet from the time we started at 8:30am until we finished the hike at 11:00am. Two and a half hours out and back, and everybody had someone to chat with as we walked, making it seem even shorter.
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| Al with his umbrella |
Al took a tip from Mikey and carried an umbrella, which he wasn't sure he would be able to use, if the wind was a problem, but we didn't have any, so he was able to stay pretty darn dry under it. He also didn't carry his pack, although most of the rest of us did.
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| Red leaves |
It was a gentle, enjoyable way to spend a rainy morning together. And since we were done so early, we decided to head back to the Senior Center and have lunch inside where it would be warm and cozy.
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| Melanie at the trailhead |
Once we got back to the cars, I saw that Mel's pretty blue hat was sparkling with raindrops. We only had a light sprinkle falling as we piled in and drove the half-hour back to the Center. Not a really exciting hike, for sure, but downright pleasant indeed. And here it is, early in the afternoon, and I've got an entire day left to settle in, as well as to get ready for the wind storm forecast for tonight.
:-)
Sounds like a good time was had by all...
ReplyDeleteSend us some rain, we are parched !
~Jo
Eastern Canada just finished with the remnants of hurricane Matthew. It was quite a mess.
ReplyDeleteI love how it never matters about the weather for your trailblazers.
2.5 hours is a long hike for me, but what a beautiful place to get your exercise. The best part is doing it with friends. I'm glad it didn't rain harder.
ReplyDeleteYay team.
ReplyDeleteMore determined that the postman.
And of course it was enjoyable - its all in the attitude.
You are an intrepid group. Slightly soggy but happy at the end is good.
ReplyDeleteIt's raining here in Hillsboro, OR. I'm trying to talk myself into walking in the rain. I have everything I need I think except how do you keep your pant legs dry? I have water proof shoes, an umbrella, raincoat, hat, etc, but haven't figured out the pants thing.
ReplyDeletestill an enjoyable outing with friends. :)
ReplyDeleteHey, it's a bargain for me as I get your post early and learn about your hike. Us prairie boys don't do well in rain!
ReplyDeleteYou set such a good example - even hiking in the rain!
ReplyDeleteI hear it's supposed to be a REALLY wet weekend up there. Take care!
ReplyDeleteWondering if we will have power by the time this double storm passes through. Steady rain today is adding up to real wetness. Your more modest hike sounds like a good plan for today.
ReplyDeleteRain or shine, you have such a great time with your friends.
ReplyDeleteI love how your group always has a plan B and you manage to make a good day out of a bad one. I hear you are looking at quite a storm and hope it misses you and causes no damage. Stay safe.
ReplyDeleteI hope the storm wasn't bad. Looks like you had a nice hike at the right time. :)
ReplyDeleteA rainy hike is just another day in paradise for you!
ReplyDeleteA rainy hike is just another day in paradise for you!
ReplyDeleteHold on to those hats and umbrellas ... I hear the wind is blowing.
ReplyDeleteI heard about your big storm today, I wonder if the big wind will reach us? Stay safe! Hope you are prepared! :)
ReplyDeleteI like how you and your friends hike no matter the weather.....you are true Pacific NWer's.
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