This week, the girls weren't able to make it, so I got in touch with Rob and my brother Rich, and we had a go of it.
Rob suggested that we meet at the intersection of RT 201 and RT 2 and hike towards Wyassap Lake on the Narragansett Trail, and then turn around to double back once we reach the lake. We started off at about 10 after 8 on Saturday morning.
The weather was a little chilly at first, but it warmed up fairly quickly. And usually this trail is very wet in numerous spots, but this time out, it was relatively dry. Also, the stream crossings were all fairly easy. Most of the rocks that were needed to step on were all significantly above water, and for the most part, stable. Although, Rich did slip on one rock, and fall, getting a little wet in one spot.
We ended up stopping at the beaver dam and took a few snapshots. And after a short drink, onward we went...
We eventually reached our half-way point, Wyassup Lake, and encountered a duck that we think wasn't doing so good. He (or she) either wasn't very afraid of us, or was not feeling up to par enough to try to get away. Here's Rob getting a better look at him.
We rested a bit, hydrated, and then did our loop-d-loop there in the parking lot before heading back.
Here is another picture of us almost at the end, overlooking the trees at one of the best scenic overlooks on that leg of the trail.
We ended up walking about 7.6 miles in about 2 hours and 45 minutes. Not too bad.
See everyone next week!
Joe
