March 27, 2026
Mount Ophir Mine, various trails
Total distance walked: 2.3 miles

Since the weather has warmed up over the past several weeks, I’ve fallen into a fun end‑of‑the‑week pattern: birding and wandering along the river with my grandkids and sometimes my sister. This week, though, our usual river visit took an unexpected turn. The outing itself was planned, but the hike that became the best part of the day was a last‑minute decision. Continue reading “An Unexpected Adventure” →