So I went to a northern spot in the Pigeon River Country State Forest where there are only a few rustic campsites. I just wanted to get away and into a quiet natural place. Last week I took some days off with the intention to try out some new gear and also to get away from the bustle that spring has been bringing in terms of traffic and noise lately. Don’t get me wrong, I am into hearing people have a good time, just not in that kind of setting in too loud of a way. Those places, spaces and types of people in those situations make me cringe even pre-pandemic. I dislike campfires, crowded campgrounds, obnoxious drunk neighbors, people in my space and revelry that lasts into the night. The high Sierras are probably not on my list, but certain parts of that area with those forested mountain stream areas like Cascade Valley and Sallie Keyes Lakes areas could certainly motivate me.Īnd here’s another important thing to note: I don’t like to camp in the same ways many enjoy camping.   But part of that is knowing myself and what I am really interested in. It serves as an inspiration to do part of the John Muir at some point. The scenes they captured and the humor and the people of the trail are captured so well that I honestly watch the film probably about six times a year. I just love that fun documentary film made by several artists and hiking enthusiasts about their trek on the John Muir Trail which covers a speck of the Pacific Crest Trail. Another piece of media serves as inspiration for me and that is “Mile, Mile and a Half.”

Pigeon River Country by Gordon Charles

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