Miles: 13.1
Total: ~73.5
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Today started with a solid climb of 1500 feet. These big climbs are what Washington is known for.
After a quick drop to a stream, and a log crossing to keep our boots on, we started our ascent. But not before seeing a herd of roughly 20-30 elk far off across the meadow. Then the ascent began.
A long consistent climb with little to no respit. The fog was patchy, and the mist was nonexistent, but the trees were dripping, so we had a fairly consistent need for pack covers and rain gear. Periodically the clouds would drift enough to give us some stunning views.
In the last third of the climb, B- made a request to push to the top at his pace. We let him move on, finalizing his trail name. At first thought, Hillslayer, but in the end, we settled on V8, an engine that grinds up the mountain.
As the day progressed, fog lifted and we all were afforded incredible sights to behold. At one point, I looked up and saw an amazing view of Mt. Rainier. Each of us reacted exactly the same as the view popped into our eyesight, expressing our astonishment with the same two words.
We pushed through hills and small climb and drops the remainder of the afternoon, perpetually getting a new treat for the eyes as the sky eventually cleared to all blue in the final miles of the hike for the day.
We arrived at camp, hut not before I realized that I am having some bad foot problems which stem from damp air and poor sock shoe combination. Hopefully I can make improvements to my situation tomorrow.
I wish I could post more pictures while on the trail, but this is the best I can do for now.
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