We are still in the ‘smoky season’ (but not at its worst), and the air at the trail head at higher altitude was measurably better than down in the city.
After the combined group picture with our friends who ventured on a shorter hike in the area, the ‘7Eleven‘ team (that is 7 out of 11 hikers… the other 4 wend on the shorter hike) went on their way heading into the local vegetables farms and fruit orchards, passing and chatting with some locals in the fields and along our trail.
The trail up to the ridge was a little hot, but we all made it in good time. Some new trails contouring left and right along the main trail were discovered. Maybe something to explore for next time. On the way back with the temperature rising we were lucky enough to catch some cool breezes along the trail.
The question on everyone’s mind; did the Easter Bunny leave some treats for us as he did on our last hike here on Easter Sunday 2 years ago?
Yes, well kind of…
Maybe he sent his apprentice as the Easter Eggs had kind of a strange shape, no shell, a stone at the center, but as it is Easter Sunday, they surely must be delicious juicy Easter Eggs!
The hike worked out pretty much as advertised with 11.5km and 430m up/down. With a smaller group we did the hike in 3:35 hours (incl breaks).
Almost a tradition, our nature corner;
The noodle shop was open and we were able to enjoyed our lunch of various hot noodle bowls and of course some cold drinks and relaxed banter.
Hike leader & report: Othmar
Pictures: Bussakorn, Rung, Kurt, Othmar
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