Hiking
Big Climbs to Arrastre Camp
I arrived at the Arrastre Camp at the end of the day. Much to my shock and dismay, a large Boy Scout Troop was coming in to spend the night. OUCH!
Tony Lombardi May 19, 2023 No Comments
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More Water Crossings and Climb to Mission Camp
I arrived at Mission Camp about 4:30 PM. There were quite a few hikers here and more came in. This area is a forest with real trees. No more desert terrain!
Tony Lombardi May 18, 2023 No Comments
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Water Crossings on Mission Creek
About 12:30, I arrived at Mission Creek and the first of 21 raging creek crossings. No doubt about it. My feet will be clean after this.
Tony Lombardi May 17, 2023 No Comments
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On the Trail to Whitewater Preserve
I decided to camp at Whitewater Preserve. Well, dumb me didn’t read the comments in Far Out or scrutinize the map. I had to cross a raging river twice.
Tony Lombardi May 16, 2023 No Comments
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Hiking in the Desert Heat
For the first time this hike, I really felt the desert heat. I was conserving water. A little after noon, I filled up and drank a liter.
Tony Lombardi May 15, 2023 No Comments
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Black Mountain Road – Back to the Trail
It’s back to the trail and goodbye to Jeanine and the General (her husband). At noon, they drove me to Black Mountain Road and even up it a couple of miles.
Tony Lombardi May 14, 2023 No Comments
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A Zero Day With Mama Jeanine and the General in Idyllwild
I got up at 7:30 and just hung out with Jeanine and the General in Idyllwild at their house. Today is a zero day. No hiking.
Tony Lombardi May 13, 2023 No Comments
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Idyllwild and Mama Jeanine’s Home
I slept in this morning since I didn’t have far to go. Today, I’ll be going to Mama Jeanine’s home. Her and her husband are hosting me for two days.
Tony Lombardi May 12, 2023 No Comments
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Bypassing the Snow on San Jacinto
A decision needs to be made today. That decision is whether or not to go over the San Jacinto mountain’s peak where there is still plenty of deep snow.
Tony Lombardi May 11, 2023 No Comments
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Paradise Valley Café and Beyond
Today is Paradise Valley Cafe day. Since it opens at 8 M, I’m in no rush. I’m a 15 minute walk to the restaurant. After breaking down my camp, I’m off by 7:30.
Tony Lombardi May 10, 2023 No Comments
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