Tag: #grandlake

  • Day 74 – September 9

    3 Highlights: 1. Stunning views of lakes and distant peaks. 2. Running into Spirit (again) after weeks apart. 3. Finding a hidden campsite just before the rain. Daily Summary: – Distance hiked: 26 km – Starting point: Grand Lake – Ending point: Indian Peaks Boundary – Weather conditions: Sunny by day, rainy by night. Daily… Read more

  • Day 73 – September 8

    3 Highlights: 1. Moose morning surprise. 2. Lurp conquering 3700 meters. 3. Pizza victory dinner with Lurp. Daily Summary: – Distance hiked: 17 km – Starting point: Pine Martin Campground – Ending point: Grand Lake – Weather conditions: Sunny Daily Reflections (challenges, insights, musings): The night was rough—Lurp spent it spotting bears, pumas, and possibly… Read more

  • Day 71 – September 6

    3 Highlights1 Breakfast with Kays2 Hitchhike with Lanski3 Reunion with hikers Daily summaryDistance hiked: 0Starting point: BoulderEnding point: Grabd LakeWeather conditions: Sunshine  Daily reflectionsBeautiful morning, starting with meditation, pancakes, and finally, after days of frustration, success with the hiking poles. Felt like a real win. Maja, ever the epitome of generosity, not only hosted us… Read more

  • Day 67 – September 2

    3 Highlights: • Spotting an elk by the river • Stunning views before Bowen Pass • Dinner conversation with fellow hikers Summary: • Distance hiked: 40 km • Starting point: Km 2575, close to Trout Creek • Ending point: Grand Lake • Weather conditions: Mixed Daily Reflections: Woke up feeling like a popsicle, so I… Read more