Kenosha pass to Kokomo Pass

It has officially passed for a full week at the CT! After Kenosha’s pass, it seems that the land has gradually increased in difficulty and exposure. I have also noticed an increase in wild flowers, impressive alpine views and the number of sour patch children needed to feed my many steep promotions.

Climbing about Georgia Pass

Georgia Pass was magnificent. Do not be evil, the climb there was not a joke! A few mountain cyclists passed me throughout the day. Above Treeline, I was surprised by the beautiful combination of sun, wild flowers and mountain air. I didn’t realize that there was also a path up here (you are telling me that I could have driven?)

On the way down from Georgia Pass, there was a signal for a bridge that was created in 1998. I am the same age as this bridge! It is rare that the bridges and other characteristics of the path have a signage like this, but I am glad that he has had it! It makes me consider each path structure with appreciation for their resistance and the many human paths that have raised.

Trail Magic and one city day

The next day, I had a rapid 10 mile walk to the city. I was surprised a little magic of Heidi and Jim trails, parents of the hiker Evan! Fanon Excursionistas with watermelon, oranges, crispy rice treats and an encouraging conversation! They kindly took me to Frisco, where I repeated before meeting with a friend in Silverthorne. I was able to shower and wash the clothes at home! It is remarkable how much I feel like a new person after showering and wearing clean clothes.

Segment 7: Really up and really down

I started walking segment 7 on the Gold Hill path at 9 am in the next morning. In retrospect, I would like to start a little before having a margin of maneuver against possible storms in the afternoon, although only for tranquility. I was nervous to complete the exposed crest, and I really considered camping in Mile 6 when it was not above the tree line at 12:30 pm after arguing with other hikers, reading the prognosis (there was service on the road) and pointing out the nature that passes from the clouds, I decided to do it. I’m glad to have done it! There is something so from another world and majestic in alpine environments that makes them a gift to cross. I remember thinking «wow, this is what it means to be alive!» This thought was increased by the fact that I really began to feel each of my breaths above 12,000 feet. Even as someone who has been acclimatized at the Colorado Front range throughout the year, there is a big difference between 5,000 feet and 12,500 feet of elevation.

While as segment seven, I did a fantastic paths again! There is a beautiful stone masonry in this segment.

The abrupt and steep descent from segment 7 is not a joke! I began to trust my trekking posts, and I took many breaks to rest my tired knees. On my way down, I met Heidi and Evan of the magic of the path of the previous day! The magic of the path evidently continued throughout the night, while we gathered again at the Copper mountain base for drinks and pizza. We share stories of Heidi’s walk in the Camino de Santiago, emotions about future stops on the road and other fun memories. It was so charming to connect with them again!

We separated after the pizza, and walked a few miles beyond the ski resort before camping. Walking through Copper Mountain was something surreal, especially considering that the last time he had been in this place, he was in skis. It is crazy to think about the amount of snow that covers the thick vegetation in each race. In addition, I had no idea that there was a golf course here!

I met with recipes and grandparents for the camp! True to his path, the recipe inspired me to try pudding instantly with coconut flakes like a path of path. This was a delicacy.

Another day at Alpine: Searle Pass and Kokomo Pass

I enjoyed a slower morning on my way to Searle Pass. I arrived in Treeline just before 11, and the clouds entered and left, but I still felt a little paranoia while venturing me through the tundra. I found myself noticing any potential rescue point in which I could bend down or flee in the case of thunder. Fortunately, I did not face any storm, but they invited me a little!

There were many marmotas and so many wild flowers! To counteract this dream atmosphere, I found a giant pure-potato-mud well that seemed to swallow all the hopes and dreams of dry socks and clean shoes. I did not leave unharmed, and my shoes have been squeaking for a few days since (a small price to pay for such a spectacular path).

Hugging paternity on the Colorado path

I would like to reintroduce. You may know me like Nellie, which is still my name, but among the circles of CT and CDT Hiker, now I have become «dad.» I never expected to be a dad, but a «dad joke» badly won me that honor.

After the long walk to the top of the Kokomo pass, he was enjoying a well -gained lunch road with some walkers: kilo, storyteller and nostrils. Visits to the nose had not yet received a path of path at this time, and was reflecting on some potential names related to lunchtime, since it is their favorite time of the day (wise words). After a silence, I suggested that she could be «astronaut.»

Why «astronaut», questions?

Well, what is the favorite food of an astronaut?

Launch.

While the nose did not take the name of «Astronaut», this unfortunate joke beat me the name of the «Dad» path, awarded per kilo. I have gladly accepted my unexpected paternity.

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