We're back! Subway and Sugar High are on the trail.
After a walk to Peets and a final latte this morning Aunt Jane picked us up at 9am and drove us to Whitewater. Dropped us off at Ziggy's so we could pick up where we left off.
Would you believe it was windy? We had been watching the weather the last few days so it was no surprise. Wind gust in the low desert, rain and thunderstorms in the mountains.
For the most part today's hike was pleasant. The sun was out, but not hot, and there was not too much climbing. Although barren the mountains are beautiful.
We passed by Mesa Wind Farm upon entering section C.
We climbed out of this canyon and over a pass that had beautiful views of two canyons. I wanted to take pictures but afraid to with the wind gusts.
Soon we entered San Gorgonio Wilderness. Once again beautiful views. The canyon wall east of Whitewater Creek reminded me of the Grand Canyon.
We're camping at Whitewater Preserve in the picnic area. Figured 8 miles was a good distance for our first day back on the trail.
The worst part of today was (is) the wind. At one point near the wind farm a gust came through while I was in an open area and I just had to kneel down and wait it out. I was beginning to think I might have to crawl. There were a few places along the way that Liz and I had to dig our poles in and wait for the wind to pass. Tonight will be interesting.
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