What? You ask, another double zero? And we answer, we were talked into it against our wills by Warren and Diane and then they took off. Truth of the matter is that there is no hurry. Mt San Jacinto has 3’ of snow on it and more is coming tonight (Monday) so we take the time here in Warner Springs or we pay for a hotel in Idyllwild. Free vs. $$$.
We have had a very relaxing and enjoyable stay here. Last night there were 9 other thru-hikers here and tonight there are 12 others. We have spent the last two days sitting inside the community center socializing. At least I have been. Bunny has been working on another video installment to our vlog. It’s so refreshing that I’m not the one having to be the productive one.
Tomorrow, we plan to get up early (yes, this IS Bunny’s idea) and try to keep up with Ivy, Wolf, and Cheesy Turtle who are planning on a 17 mile day to make it to Mikes place. If things work as planned, we will make it to a Idyllwild in 5 days, the temperature will rise so we will have dry, pleasant hiking, AND all the snow will melt on San Jacinto so we have an easy crossing early next week. That’s the plan and we are relatively close to Disneyland where dreams come true.
I spent my time getting to know several hikers in depth and exchanging stories with them. I am working on developing a “2019 PCT Hiker Profile” piece which I will publish on “The Trek” in about a week. Like on the AT (yes, that’s a drink), there are so many interesting people with fascinating stories. I have chosen 6 different people that I will profile and see what the response is like before I’ll decide to do any more.
Also, speaking of drinking, there are a few new rules that need to be discussed. I discovered that certain readers had already had a drinking game unbeknownst to me. Namely, one Good Chip Norris, who we met and hiked with on the AT last year (everybody drink) had already been drinking when I mentioned poop in a post. He expressed relief to me when I started having people drink on mentioning the AT last year (1/2 shot for the partial reference) because he was having a hard time staying sober through my poop references. We will keep the drinks on reference to last year’s AT, and add double shots on poop references. However, if I mention pooping on the AT last year, a full glass of whatever you’re drink of choice is will be required. Any readers under 21 will be exempt from these rules. Readers over 60 should double the drinking portions (because what have you got to live for if you’re already that old? I will exempt my father from these rules.) 4luvofhiking.com (and any of her affiliates) is not responsible for any accidents, illness, or deaths as a result of this “game.” As always, read and drive responsibly.
EFG
Bonus feature: Bunny has finished part 2 of our Pacific Crest Journey. You can see it here first!
What a great video you put together bunny, look like you guy are having fun out there and have met a lot nice hikers .would love to talk with you two one day when you are zeroing .
New technology for an old gal! I agree that she’s doing a great job. Like everything my wife does (except for trying to manage me) she’s very thorough at. Thanks and looking forward to talking some time.
I love the drinking game you have set up but you should not be picking on people over 60 , lol.So in the evening I will have my beer on hand as i read your blog.Would love to talk to you and bunny one day.
The over 60 jab was actually to even out Sassy’s lightweight ability with her husband, Bear, who is over 60 now. We met both of them on the AT last year (drink up even if it is in a comment). Maybe we’ll meet on the trail at some point. Glad you are enjoying the blog.