That was the answer I got in response to asking about the 'Blue Diamond" markers, on this new trail we were riding to the Twin lakes on Mount Hood.
We were RELAXED, that was for certain!
We were RELAXED, that was for certain!
We totally...were in stitches around the campfire later, as we reviewed the days photos and this video I took!!! ...It is the response I got to that question I asked...
I did not even pay attention to how - L o n g - it took my riding partner to respond, as I video'd.
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These trails were pristine!
I loved the perfectly packed surface with barely a blemish to step over..nice for our relaxing 3rd day ride to new scenic ends.
Even though some of the trail was cliffy...the trail was so wide, flat and well maintained. The mare and I barely winced...
well, I did remark that our concerns, as Horse VS rider were different.
Her Concern: The hillside towering above us to the left.(mountain Lions pounce from there)
My Concern: the cliff edge to the right ( we tumble down there)
Had a chuckle over that!
Heading down now...we were getting glimpses of blue and could tell...this was going to be good!
YEA, it was so amazingly cool...the little lower lake was just the prettiest thing!
The only way here was to hike...and on this hot day (cool in the shade) we met plenty of those on the trail .
And they were all coming from or going to this "Lower Twin Lake". Rubber rafts and swimmers...campers dotted the forest. But in a peaceful way. Not like Timothy lake at all...it was like a camper delight, truly!
As we rode around this gem...I caught my self thinking..."a rope swing into this would be so neat!"...
And there it was!
The thing about this lake is...you may camp here...not having to pay a fee- save- the sweat it may take you to pack in all your gear.
My girlfriend and I thought...we have horses..that will be easier sometime to do, in the future.
There were these perfect camp spots...ready for a small fire to warm you overnight as you slept. Lots of trees to "Hi tie" the horses upon.
We got around the little first lake in some 15-20 minutes...it was really nice riding. We found this one camp away from the others too.
Coming on back to the trail head we gave the horses a drink out of a rather Large Water Trough...nature made like!
Is this enough water for you Cazi man?!!
Back on the trail upwards we went towards the second Twin lake....
Oou Lala...again, just a heavenly sight...
with outward sentiments uttered and of deeper inward awe towards all God has done and made for us to enjoy!
The Mountain top of Mt. Hood, could be seen at "Upper Twin Lake " here
The horses were extremely relaxed, as we were. My girlfriend and I sat and enjoyed some lunch snacks...though the biting bugs were about, and made them a bit frigidity sometimes. They stood nearby and dozed.
I was so in love with my mare, on this ride...willing to be in back or front...
My Girlfriend mentioned- and we laughed heartily so- "There's nothing 21 miles-horsey downers- and a couple grams of Bute - can't accomplish!"
The miles we logged aboard them the 2 days before, had taken a toll on Wa's back.
I have not sat down for so many hours on her! I am usually posting more or in two-point. frequently.
She was puffy and sore the night before...so I applied "Sore No More" and massaged her. I also decided to give her a gram of "Bute"..from a tube that is a couple years old...so it may have been less in strength. I gave her another dose, before our ride.
I do think it helped, angel mare~
She stood easily untethered for a time, with her lower lip dangling.
My lovely Washashe !
This would be the location I want to camp when we go for it!
It has this view...
I love these two together....they match!
We spied the trailer for the trees, as we neared civilization again.
Making it home in the light and perfect time to find....
NO-ONE-AROUND!!!
All had cleared out of the campgrounds!
It made it a bit eeery and somewhat nice too...quiet surrounded us here our last night out.
We all slept well, and the horses were anticipating returning, as we did as well, the next day.
Recovery week it has been all week..till now!
Horse camping is HARD WORK!
Even though some of the trail was cliffy...the trail was so wide, flat and well maintained. The mare and I barely winced...
well, I did remark that our concerns, as Horse VS rider were different.
Her Concern: The hillside towering above us to the left.(mountain Lions pounce from there)
My Concern: the cliff edge to the right ( we tumble down there)
Had a chuckle over that!
Heading down now...we were getting glimpses of blue and could tell...this was going to be good!
YEA, it was so amazingly cool...the little lower lake was just the prettiest thing!
The only way here was to hike...and on this hot day (cool in the shade) we met plenty of those on the trail .
And they were all coming from or going to this "Lower Twin Lake". Rubber rafts and swimmers...campers dotted the forest. But in a peaceful way. Not like Timothy lake at all...it was like a camper delight, truly!
As we rode around this gem...I caught my self thinking..."a rope swing into this would be so neat!"...
And there it was!
The thing about this lake is...you may camp here...not having to pay a fee- save- the sweat it may take you to pack in all your gear.
My girlfriend and I thought...we have horses..that will be easier sometime to do, in the future.
There were these perfect camp spots...ready for a small fire to warm you overnight as you slept. Lots of trees to "Hi tie" the horses upon.
We got around the little first lake in some 15-20 minutes...it was really nice riding. We found this one camp away from the others too.
Coming on back to the trail head we gave the horses a drink out of a rather Large Water Trough...nature made like!
Is this enough water for you Cazi man?!!
Back on the trail upwards we went towards the second Twin lake....
Oou Lala...again, just a heavenly sight...
with outward sentiments uttered and of deeper inward awe towards all God has done and made for us to enjoy!
The Mountain top of Mt. Hood, could be seen at "Upper Twin Lake " here
The horses were extremely relaxed, as we were. My girlfriend and I sat and enjoyed some lunch snacks...though the biting bugs were about, and made them a bit frigidity sometimes. They stood nearby and dozed.
I was so in love with my mare, on this ride...willing to be in back or front...
My Girlfriend mentioned- and we laughed heartily so- "There's nothing 21 miles-horsey downers- and a couple grams of Bute - can't accomplish!"
The miles we logged aboard them the 2 days before, had taken a toll on Wa's back.
I have not sat down for so many hours on her! I am usually posting more or in two-point. frequently.
She was puffy and sore the night before...so I applied "Sore No More" and massaged her. I also decided to give her a gram of "Bute"..from a tube that is a couple years old...so it may have been less in strength. I gave her another dose, before our ride.
I do think it helped, angel mare~
She stood easily untethered for a time, with her lower lip dangling.
My lovely Washashe !
This would be the location I want to camp when we go for it!
It has this view...
I love these two together....they match!
We spied the trailer for the trees, as we neared civilization again.
Making it home in the light and perfect time to find....
NO-ONE-AROUND!!!
All had cleared out of the campgrounds!
It made it a bit eeery and somewhat nice too...quiet surrounded us here our last night out.
We all slept well, and the horses were anticipating returning, as we did as well, the next day.
Recovery week it has been all week..till now!
Horse camping is HARD WORK!
