Elwood M. Pudding

Just in case you haven't yet had the pleasure, I thought I'd introduce you to Elwood, who in this photo has fallen asleep in his carrier, his face so heavy it has fallen down into the carpet. Aparently I feed him too much as he's gained one whole pound in the short amount of time that I've had him. Anyway, he is one of the reasons our hikes are not as plentiful, as I like to stay home and cuddle him instead of venturing into the early morning nature on the weekends.

Hoegees Loop

It's been a while as I locked myself out by foregtting my login info, but here I've finally posted our last hike, our longest hike so far at 5.4 miles. Total elevation gain loss: 1300'/1300' - 2 1/2 hours. Described in our trail book as a "rustic Xanadu", we found it enchanting and magical. It used to be a popular campground, but was destroyed in a wildfire in '53. There are still cabins down there though where people spend thier weekends. We were lucky enough to spot a party of pack mules on there way for some weekend camping fun.