Tag: #Wildlife

  • Day 95 – September 30

    3 Highlights: 1. Wildlife extravaganza—deer, six moose, a small snake, and more deer caught in my headlamp at night. 2. Stunning views along the trail. 3. Staying connected with Lansky and friends. Daily Summary: • Distance hiked: 50 km • Starting point: km 3196 • Ending point: km 3246, East Mineral Creek • Weather conditions:… Read more

  • Day 63 – August 29

    3 Highlights: – Stunning views of lakes, trees, and peaks: Nature really showing off today. – Finding a well-placed privy: A rare and welcome luxury. – Listening to “Awareness” by Anthony DeMello: Mind and spirit, both refreshed. Summary: – Distance hiked: 46 km – Starting point: North Lake access point km 2428 – Ending point:… Read more

  • Day 23 – July 20

    Highlights: 1. Trail magic hit me three times: First, a box with drinks and snacks and a waste deposit. Then, a box with drinks—I tried root beer and actually enjoyed it. Finally, some campers gave me water and a granola bar. 2. Boulder mountains 3. Nims book “Project Possible” kept me good company Daily Summary:… Read more

  • Day 22 – July 19

    Highlights: Daily Summary: Daily Reflections (challenges, insights, musings): Today began with an ambitious start, covering 10 km before breakfast and 20km before lunch. This left me feeling somewhat accomplished, despite the grueling heat and my persistent fatigue. At one point, while getting water from a log, I had the distinct premonition that I was going… Read more

  • Day 3 – June 30

    The CDT community Daily Summary: Daily Reflections: Saw two cubs in the distance and my heart raced, thinking they were pumas. Started filming, then realized they were foxes. Breakfast was six eggs, simple and hearty. Took the Empire Builder train from West Glacier to East Glacier. Arrived at Luna’s and The Looking Glass Basecamp. Met… Read more