I'm off to the Walk to End Cancer in Vancouver, leaving tomorrow..possibly returning in traction Sunday night. It's probably easy for you young whippersnappers but this old decrepit guy won't have an easy time of it. 35k Saturday, 25k Sunday.
A funny thing happened last Sunday. I intended to walk about 10k, kind of a wind down to rest up this week. Part of my planned walk was through Campbell River's Beaverlodge Lands. Beaverlodge is a protected area, known for its diverse ecology. I ended up getting lost, wandering an additional 10k or so in the middle of nowhere trying to find my way out. My biggest concern was bears or cougars. Both inhabit the area and are often seen (bears more than cougars), even in the areas well travelled. There I was walking the trails created and used by wildlife. Not a comfy feeling. I eventually crossed paths with a couple who were riding horses - asked them how the hell I could get out. They pointed me in the right direction. So I ended up doing a little longer of a training walk than anticipated. Hopefully it helps me this weekend.
Entrance to Beaverlodge Lands
A funny thing happened last Sunday. I intended to walk about 10k, kind of a wind down to rest up this week. Part of my planned walk was through Campbell River's Beaverlodge Lands. Beaverlodge is a protected area, known for its diverse ecology. I ended up getting lost, wandering an additional 10k or so in the middle of nowhere trying to find my way out. My biggest concern was bears or cougars. Both inhabit the area and are often seen (bears more than cougars), even in the areas well travelled. There I was walking the trails created and used by wildlife. Not a comfy feeling. I eventually crossed paths with a couple who were riding horses - asked them how the hell I could get out. They pointed me in the right direction. So I ended up doing a little longer of a training walk than anticipated. Hopefully it helps me this weekend.
Entrance to Beaverlodge Lands
