I would say we all got marginally good sleep at best last night. Ben and I both woke up around 2:30 and had difficulties getting back to sleep until 3:30-4:00, unbeknownst to each other. After a little debate we figured it was likely that in our hearts we knew the Leafs were about to start their game, and that we wanted to be supporting. Zach made two trips to the loo and said that he was also a little restless. It was also a little chilly last night and we are still figuring out the best way to stay warm without sweating - not an easy task it seems. We ended up waking up around 6:15 and had a leisurely breakfast and pack-up. Despite being chilly all night we left camp around 7:45 in shorts. In fact, we hardly saw one cloud all day. The back of my legs and my left arm are actually a little sun burned - in Scotland!! In April!! I know!! I have probably just given this trip the kiss of death by saying that, but it had to be said. Unbelievable!
Walking up Glen Tilt the last two days has been one of my favourite sections in all of these hiking trips. It was so beautiful, and unforgettable. I am super excited for Amanda and Kirsten to walk through in a few weeks from now. I think they will also love it. We stopped for lunch at 10:00 (hahaha) at the Falls of Tarff. What a perfect place for lunch and a break. There is a beautiful grassy area on the north side of the bridge where we lazed in the sun and ate our veggie ramen noodles. Not to sound pretentious, but it was really a moment that I will never forget. It does sound pretentious, but it isn’t meant to, I just really thought it was special.
Walking up Glen Tilt the last two days has been one of my favourite sections in all of these hiking trips. It was so beautiful, and unforgettable. I am super excited for Amanda and Kirsten to walk through in a few weeks from now. I think they will also love it. We stopped for lunch at 10:00 (hahaha) at the Falls of Tarff. What a perfect place for lunch and a break. There is a beautiful grassy area on the north side of the bridge where we lazed in the sun and ate our veggie ramen noodles. Not to sound pretentious, but it was really a moment that I will never forget. It does sound pretentious, but it isn’t meant to, I just really thought it was special.
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| Lunch at the Falls of Tarff |
After lunch we continued up the Glen which ended at Geldie Burn - site of the now famous Aberdeen Gang initial meeting and gourmet dinner. We stopped in for a few pictures and another rest before the last push of the day. It was too nice out not to.
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| Break Time at Geldie Burn |
At this point we had had to cross four rivers. The boys managed to find a way to do them all in their boots without getting wet. The old man put his river shoes on for the last one. About six kilometres later, one kilometre further than our goal, we found another great spot to set up camp next to the Geldie Burn. We finished walking at 15:45 thanks to our early start and had camp set up by 16:00. I promptly jumped into my tent and had a quick nap before dinner. I am loving this technique, and am thinking that it should become part of the normal hiking routine. I’ll test it out tomorrow just to confirm. The boys rested and I heard them playing Would You Rather. I broke out laughing at “burp confetti, or fart glitter”! We couldn’t decide.
Having Zach with us this trip has been great. I have really been enjoying the conversations these two are having - from serious and thoughtful, to silly and entertaining. Today also saw them break out with a number of impromptu raps - anything from the Easter bunny to sore feet. It really took our minds off the walking and made for lots of laughs.
I’m snuggled in my sleeping bag right now with the sun going down. Actually there is probably another hour before that happens - it’s only 19:30. Hahaha!!! Thanks for reading everybody. Nighty-night!
Having Zach with us this trip has been great. I have really been enjoying the conversations these two are having - from serious and thoughtful, to silly and entertaining. Today also saw them break out with a number of impromptu raps - anything from the Easter bunny to sore feet. It really took our minds off the walking and made for lots of laughs.
I’m snuggled in my sleeping bag right now with the sun going down. Actually there is probably another hour before that happens - it’s only 19:30. Hahaha!!! Thanks for reading everybody. Nighty-night!
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| Pitched Up by the Geldie Burn |
UPDATE: We decided 19:30 was way too early so I went over to Ben and Zach’s tent. We taught Zach how to play dice and had one game. We also had a couple of Hob Nobs each for our bedtime snack.
We are now debating whether or not to pick up hotdogs next time we go through town (three days from now). Zach is very in favour. Ben says he has dibs on the hot dog water because that’s where all the nutrients go. Hahaha!!!
Goodnight for sure now!
Health update - Feet situation better than yesterday, but consensus is that feet and legs are more sore. We also had troubles taking full breaths without coughing later in the day, but that situation seems to have cleared up for all of us. Strange.
Best part of the day -
Zach: Not having to put water shoes on
Ben: Lunch at Falls of Tarff, and break by the Aberdeen Gang shack at Geldie Burn
JM: Lunch at Falls of Tarff
Route details - Not much to say. We continued north through Glen Tilt, crossed Geldie Burn, and headed west from there. We are wild camping at NN 950 872.
Goodnight for sure now!
Health update - Feet situation better than yesterday, but consensus is that feet and legs are more sore. We also had troubles taking full breaths without coughing later in the day, but that situation seems to have cleared up for all of us. Strange.
Best part of the day -
Zach: Not having to put water shoes on
Ben: Lunch at Falls of Tarff, and break by the Aberdeen Gang shack at Geldie Burn
JM: Lunch at Falls of Tarff
Route details - Not much to say. We continued north through Glen Tilt, crossed Geldie Burn, and headed west from there. We are wild camping at NN 950 872.
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