I’m used to being out “till dark”. That’s when the best light is, it’s when the conditions are the best, and - honestly - we tend to push hard enough that we don’t always make it back in the daylight. We carry headlamps - and spare headlamps - in all of our bags.
So, after getting lost and having a wonderful hike in the golden hour, we are almost back to the truck - and I can see the light in low corner of the sky. I have to go get it!
My kid is tired, she’s ready to go home. It’s getting dark. And I’m turning to go out a little more.
I send them to the truck with the keys - snacks and water will help with the grumpiness.
So, I’m on the trail solo.
Boy, that’s a big pile of bear poop. Better start singing!
This time, it’s to the tune of Journey’s “Any Way You Want It” (a story in itself).
And then, popping out at the waters edge. This.
Told you, the best light is at sunset.
Hope folks have a great weekend!