Went up by Little Dell Reservoir to do some scouting. I knew there would be a ton of people out doing the same thing today, but most of them were just sitting in their cars, glassing. I decided I'd get out and put myself on top a certain mountain that allows me to have a 360 degree view of the surrounding area. So I grabbed a bottle and my binoculars, then headed out.
The trail I took is not maintained at all and I was getting worked by all the oak brush in the area. There are also a few sections where I just decided to bushwack so I could get certain views. Came out with some gnarly scrapes on my legs (since I was in shorts) and even tried to put my eye out once on a branch. Just as I made it to the top of my mountain it started to snow. Since I was in shorts and a light jacket, I thought it would be best to get outta there as quickly as possible.
I really enjoy runs where I have a goal in sight and just go for it. I secretly love bushwacking and having my legs destroyed by mother nature. Masochist? Maybe :) | 