Backyard Casting

Alaura wanted to practice casting with the new fishing pole she got for Christmas.  She took right to it and is a natural.  I can't wait to take her fishing and see the look on her face when she catches her first fish.  No fish were harmed in the making of this video!

Sheltowee Trace Hike / Clear Creek Lake to Arch

I went for a 6 mile solo hike today from Clear Creek Lake parking lot to the Furnace Arch, which is south of the Clear Creek Lake on the map.  I didn't see the arch but sure enjoyed the hike.  With a rest stop at the midway point it still only took about 4 hours to complete the trip.  There was about 1200 feet elevation change from start to end and my legs felt it.  I used this hike as a shake down as my backpack was loaded with everything for an over nigher.  My feet got a little tender so different shoes and socks are needed but everything else felt good.  In my pack I had a tarp, sleeping bag, sleeping mat, extra layer of clothes, food, stove and water.  I also had several other smaller items that I will not list but may put a video together later on to show everything I carry.  Total weight was around 24 pounds.

Sheltowee Trace trail marker

Clear Creek Lake

Iron Furnace

Clear Creek

Beaver activity

Backyard Camping

Alaura wanted to camp out in the backyard so we packed up the backpacks and headed out.  It was fun and Alaura ended up falling asleep in the tent after a little hot chocolate.