I made it up in time for sunrise. And, a little 7 mile walk/hike seem like a good idea.
The mule was going down to phantom ranch at the bottom. I am going to hermit’s rest. Which is mostly flat and you are never more than a mile from a bus.
Lots of trees, ravens, elk scat, snow,ice, mud, great views and almost no people.
Carlton would have hated the trip. It costs too much. It wasn’t easy getting here. I ate in restaurants. And went on a bus tour. But, I am pretty sure he is happy that I made the trip. But I am dam glad that I don’t have to turn in an expense report on the trip to him.
After my long day, l am staying in tonight and will have a granola bar for dinner.
Back on the bus to Flagstaff at 10 tomorrow.
Many thanks for this report !
Thanks for checking on me.