According to my calculations, I was about three-and-a-half miles into my hike, and this log offered a great view and spot to eat lunch. The weather for this entire trip has been fantastic, it’s just as well I brought some shorts along. It’s not been the cold and snowy trip the original forecast was promising when we left Missouri.

My calves are looking the part, even if I say so myself, and a shoutout for my Bedrock sandals too.

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