I finally had the opportunity to use my snow shoes which we brought from Costco before Christmas. This was not the original plan, but because I managed to hurt my thigh yesterday by slipping on the Ira Springs Trail I asked to go somewhere nearer. I was the driver too, and couldn't face driving almost… Continue reading Gold Creek Pond 03/22/16
Tag: Trails
Ira Springs Trail 03/21/16
So I hiked this with my two hiking buddies from the Ladies Hiking Group, we were aware of the low avalanche warning and for me I certainly feel comfortable speaking to the others if I feel like I can't or shouldn't continue on a route. This trail proved this, and also that we hike similarly… Continue reading Ira Springs Trail 03/21/16
Licorice Fern Trail 03/05/16
An afternoon hike for me and Hubster today. I saw this hike posted on the Ladies Group but on a day when I would be unable to join them, but it looked like a nice one so I nabbed it! Licorice Fern Trail is about 4.5 miles long, with not a huge elevation so was… Continue reading Licorice Fern Trail 03/05/16
Mount Si Old Trail 02/29/16
The ladies I hiked with, minus one who needed to head back down. Next time! I knew this would be a hard hike, it is steep and long, plus I need to carry my own pack. There are some reasons why I married Hubster :-p This was another Ladies Group Hike, and I really can… Continue reading Mount Si Old Trail 02/29/16
Little Si 1/22/16
Sometimes I find myself wanting to go out hiking but not knowing the areas nearby well enough, and not wanting to go solo I was at a loss of what to do. Weekends do not always work out well, and other times the weather might be poor. I have 3 days during the week I find… Continue reading Little Si 1/22/16
First visitor to our new home! 1/14/16 -1/29/16
The last couple of weeks have been crazy busy in the Gordon household! We welcomed Mama S, who came for her first visit over here and her first holiday abroad in a little while! She is with us for 2 weeks, and hope she'll have a great time. Edit: she did!! It took us a while… Continue reading First visitor to our new home! 1/14/16 -1/29/16
Redmond Reindeer Romp 12/05/15
As part of my sudden (?) interest in running I thought the best way to stay motivated was to have goals and therefore I needed runs/races to complete regularly. Joining East Side Runners and joining them on Saturdays and during the week is great, but being last all the time began to annoy me. It put me… Continue reading Redmond Reindeer Romp 12/05/15
Ravenna Refresher 11/21/15
So I've did the 5k and quite enjoyed being in a crowd. So I am aiming high! In January there is a 10 mile trail run in the park across of the road from us. I need instant gratification for things I do -- give me praise when I do well, and that includes running....please!… Continue reading Ravenna Refresher 11/21/15
Talapus Trail to Lake Talapus 11-15-15
Originally Hubster had suggested Teneriffe Falls, but once we met with our hiking buddy - let's call him....H - we changed our minds. We started later than expected due to some road closures, and H had the suggestion of another one. We swapped into H's car as it's a landcruiser which means we can access more… Continue reading Talapus Trail to Lake Talapus 11-15-15
Dirty Harry’s Balcony 10-11-15
Choosing where to go on any given day whether it is a hike, shopping, or a mooch around is a hard thing to do between us! Someone needs to take the lead and neither of do. Today though, we agreed on Dirty Harry's Balcony. Washington Trails Association is a really useful website for planning trips… Continue reading Dirty Harry’s Balcony 10-11-15
The Gordon's Miscellany 