[photo by Kai Getrost]On Monday we gathered the last of our crew – Kai got to camp around 4am after driving from Ohio and Taylor and Steph met us at the trailhead. Daryl hiked in before everyone so he could meet the packers at camp, but he left Riley to hike in with me. The first group after Daryl was Mike, Bob, and Amy. The rest of us followed in a group – we met up from time to time along the hike, but we each hiked at our own pace.
[photo by Kai Getrost]We took a long lunch at the cabin, waiting for the last of the group to arrive before heading off again. 10 miles in, 3 to go!
One of my very favorite places
The last trudge up the hill was a little miserable for me, but having Riley with me helped. I sang him songs and reminded myself to just keep putting one foot in front of the other. Eventually we made it to the top and I found my handsome love sitting atop a boulder.
Home for the week
The only tasks after arriving at camp was setting up. Daryl and I set up camp just above where we’ve camped in the past, in a cute little corner of trees.
[photo by Kai Getrost]Our mornings on the trip were always the same – slowly we all gathered in the middle of camp, made coffee and breakfast, and figured out plans for the day. Riley patrolled around, keeping us safe from all members of the group who left momentarily and then returned. He’s a very good guard deg, if not a little overly protective.
More on the Spacegoat Expedition soon!
Today’s adventure took place on land stolen from the Niitsítpiis-stahkoii, Salish Kootenai, and Ktunaxa.
