[originally written in a paper journal, subsequently published on my older site. Current (2014) commentary in [italics] ] I went all the way up Indian River Trail to the falls today. It was raining lightly the entire way. This is the longest hike distance-wise for me so far this summer. However, it only took me … Read more

[originally written in paper journal and subsequently published on my older site] This morning there was a low bank of clouds, but by noon it had burnt off. There is a picnic this evening on Harbor Mountain and I decided that I would hike to it. I am taking my time going up the hill. … Read more

[originally written in a field journal and subsequently published on my older site] There is a low cloud bank covering most of the mountains, though patches of blue sky offer hope that it will clear up later. A friend wanted to go out to Beaver lake, so we borrowed a car and dog and drove … Read more

[originally written in paper journal; subsequently published on my older site] It’s my first full day back in Sitka this summer and I decided to hike up Indian River Trail. I made it as far as the first bridge and decided to turn back so that I can gradually toughen up my feet again. I … Read more