I took a virgin hiking yesterday.

[dirty~d~]

Ok, ok so she's not a virgin, but she certainly has never hiked something that difficult until she begged ME to take her out. The first mile was all steep uphill on an old logging road. I wanted to show her I meant business (and to make sure she could survive the rest of the hike). Once we hit the main trail it was 2.5 miles of mostly mild inclines and switchbacks with roots and rocks. She didn't think it was that bad and was enjoying herself. At about 2.5 miles from the summit there was a three way fork in the trail so I let her pick. She looked at the sign and picked the trail that 'sounded' the coolest... Timberline Ridge. I can honestly say I've never heard that many new cuss words in one day. This trail required the use of your hands through half of it. When we reached the summit and she saw the view, she forgave me. Poor girl, she forgot we still had to get down.

I love exposing new people to the more demanding side of the outdoors. Next time I won't take it easy on her.

 

[LANA]

very cool. I'm assuming you had great weather..

 

[dirty~d~]

very cool. I'm assuming you had great weather..

Well, if you like heat and sun it was GREAT! Where we were hiking it hit close to 98 degrees around 3PM. I love hiking when it's hot and dry out. I have to carry more water, but I love sweating.

 

[LANA]

I'm glad you had a good time. I hate sweating, ((sometimes )) . but I am enchanted by nature!

 

[Aeoleon]

Sounds like a great hike! Washington state has got to have some of the best outdoor activities in the nation.

 

[sh4dowf4lcon]

sounds cool, but pics of here leaning on her knees cursing would be better

 

[dirty~d~]

You mean you want a picture of my sweaty friend leaning over so her boobies are hanging out. Nevermind if she's saying anything.

 

[Ulcasterdropout]

I took up hiking when I got into geology.
I'm more about biking now, but the boots will get me where the bike can't.
I've never been to Washington.

 

[dirty~d~]

There are some amazing places out here. I'm planning to tackle Yakima Peak near St. Helens later this year if you want to fly in and join me.

The mountain biking is outstanding as well. I should dust mine off one of these days and hit the hills.

 

[broley]

There are some amazing places out here. I'm planning to tackle Yakima Peak near St. Helens later this year if you want to fly in and join me.

The mountain biking is outstanding as well. I should dust mine off one of these days and hit the hills.

I want to start mountain biking soon. I mainly stay on the west side of St Helens but did fish the Yakima and the Rocky Ford last month. Caught some beautiful trout.

 

[sh4dowf4lcon]

You mean you want a picture of my sweaty friend leaning over so her boobies are hanging out. Nevermind if she's saying anything.

Nope. I did not say that

Just a pic is worth a thousand words. Surely you take pics when you hike into beautiful terrain like you described. I always take pics when I hike, fish, mountain bike etc...hunting-no everything else I do.

did you say boobies?



j/k!

 

[dirty~d~]

I hike so often that I don't usually take pictures unless I run into some animals along the way. I just enjoy the view.

 

[sh4dowf4lcon]

I hike so often that I don't usually take pictures unless I run into some animals along the way. I just enjoy the view.

 

[newpump]

Nice! Washington state is a fantastic place to hike. We have some nice areas on the east coast too, but nothing like the pac north west. One day I hope to hike the whole Appalachian Trail - THAT will be a life memorable trip!

 

[newpump]

Hey D - I just checked out your profile, you ride too? Man... now I'm green with envy. I've only been out to the west coast highway (route 101 I think??) a few times - but the riding out there is INSANE. What kind of bike do you own?

 

[dirty~d~]

What kind of riding? I ride street bikes, dirt bikes and mountain bikes. Take your pick.

 

[newpump]

LOL - good answer ! I was just curious about the street/dirt bikes, but now that you mention it, mountain biking is fun too. I've got a sport bike, cruiser and a "standard" motorized bike (no dirt bike anymore, but each year I think that I should get a new one..).

 

[dirty~d~]

Street bike was an 89 Honda Hurricane. I got rid of it a while ago. I ran out of time to ride it and I was planning on upgrading at a later date... that later date still has yet to take place. I'm working on it though.

The dirt bike is a 97 Kawasaki KDX220. I ride 95% trails and this bike fits me perfect.

The mountain bike is a Trek... don't remember the model. (It was a gift.)

 

[newpump]

So sweet D! Always nice to meet a fellow rider. I've got a big Ninja in the stable, old honda and and old kawi. I haven't ridden a KDX in years though and I miss it every summer! Got me a fuel 90 mt bike too .