It’s really criminal that we have had such perfect hiking weather and I’ve been stuck in rehab. Today, I decided to throw caution to the wind, and just try a “baby” hike. Heading out this morning, I wasn’t really thinking about a big hike, but it was such a gorgeous day, I really wanted to be on a trail somewhere.
We discovered a trail that had recently been cleared out for hikers, and learned that several other trails are currently being readied for summer.
Located inside of Gatewood Park, this trail takes you over a few creek crossings to get to some nice views of the lake, and it certainly lives up to its name.
You can see that beavers have been chewing on the trees.
We did have to cross the creek a few times, but it was pretty easy.
And the lake was really beautiful!
The thing I liked most about this trail, was the orange markings. It is so well marked that I think I could bring my hiking women here and not worry (too much) about getting us lost.
These markings were well positioned.
But it really didn’t matter where we were, just being back in the woods was enough to bring me joy!
Fingers crossed that my body stays as happy as my frame of mind.
Here’s hoping that your body doesn’t revolt in protest of your little hike. There can be nothing more therapeutic than spending a few hours lost in the woods!
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You are so right!
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Just keep on walking and hiking…but yay, you started again in this fabulous;out weather!
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I’m always grateful for well-marked trails. I think I’ve said it many times before, but any day outside is well spent. Even a ‘baby’ hike is good for the soul 🙂
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Thanks Joanne, it was great to be out there again.
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Once you improve, maybe you’ll let me hike with you again!
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Only if you promise to sweat a little.
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I crossed mine for you!
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What a great idea marking the trails with orange rope. I’ve never seen that out here. I hope your body is still feeling okay after the mini-hike. I’m glad you got outdoors in the gorgeous weather, and not a moment too soon from what I hear. I hope you’re not too heavily impacted by the upcoming storm. The lake is so pretty. It makes me want to go for a hike right now!
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Not a hundred percent yet, but getting there. We just started getting snow flurries – brrrr. After 73 degree weather last week, it’s hard to see snow, but it is March. Hope you are drying up a little.
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I’ve been listening to the news. What a crazy drop in temps. We’re basking in the low seventies ourselves and enjoying a nice drying out. We will generally see a bit more rain in March and April, but the heaviest rains are probably over. Keep on healing.
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You know, I’ve never been to Gatewood Park.
A goal to keep as I try to figure out a way to unload some civic commitments!
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I remember the first “baby hikes” I took while recovering from my fractured hip. Although I was frustrated that I couldn’t go further, it was wonderful just to get out and about. Best wishes on a full recovery soon!
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Thanks, this has been a very slow recovery, I injured my hip in October. But we got a little more aggressive this week in PT, so I’m hopeful.
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