Sally & Ali on the Appalachian Trail

[Hikin_Jim]

Yeah, not exactly a San Jacintos scene. By way of contrast:


Gosh, is that last one in the San Jacintos or on the AT? They look so much alike.

HJ

[Ellen]

Howdy Sister Sally

Absolutely gorgeous -- looks like I'm adding a section hike of the AT to my list

Miles of smiles,
Ellen

[HH8]

a 3-day backpack trip on the Appalachian Trail

[sigh - I'm leaving the https URLS for the 4 pix I wanted to point out. I just don't have all the magic to make Sally's photos appear]

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Banff in Canada also had required wires for hanging food away from bears, but their designated campsites were not as plush as this open cabin.


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We slip on sandy boulders – back east they loose traction on wet trails.


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So lush!

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Are these really edible? If there’s any doubt, the term “fungus” or “toadstool” might be safer. BTW, what camera took so many great closeups of all the unfamiliar flora and fauna?

Anyway, sorry it took me so long to fully contemplate your Trip Report Sally. Thanks for sharing!