Double Zero in Idyllwild – no hiking
I got my double zero! Keith was easy to convince once he saw the soaring temperatures down in Cabazon aka the bottom of Fuller Ridge aka where we will be hiking in two days time. But luckily it looks like a heat spike and by waiting one day we’ll be able to avoid the worst of it.
In the interest of rest and recovery I’m going to keep this post short. Also, because the majority of my two days have been spent eating. Thru hikers don’t mess when it comes to eating, though for the most of us our eyes still greatly outsize our stomachs.
The most exciting thing I have to report at the moment is that I got to meet the mayor of Idyllwild! His name is Max, and yes, he is a dog (and a very good one at that). Max is the only dog to be elected as the mayor of a US city, and makes public appearances during the weekend. Needless to say, meeting Max made my day, as any day with in a dog is a good day.
And now a question for you all – what would you like to read about the PCT, any burning questions or topics you’d like me to cover? Comment below and I can try and answer your questions in future posts.
I think it’d be interesting to see little nuggets on different personalities as you come across them. To me it’s fascinating when hikers talk not just about their personal challenges while on the trail, but also about the people they meet and what they take away from those moments, either good or bad. And it doesn’t have to be just other PCTers – trail angels, eccentric characters, day- or section hikers, even regular non-hiking folks in places along the way that end up leaving a lasting impression. The social ecosystem of the PCT holds a trove of information about the outdoors culture, especially as it changes from year to year.
This is such a great idea, Mihai! I’m totally going to start thinking and writing about this.
I’d love to know what you’re packing for meals. Thanks!