The Reds Meadow campsite had a subject of discussion for several days. It had a public telephone and a general store where we could get a cold beer, but in our minds it was a spa. So we started off that day with a light step and anticipation in our heart.
As we headed along the ridge we could see Banner and Ritter, now only one day off in the distance.
We down the final ridge and entered an area that had had a recent forests fire.
And while the trees were totally destroyed, a severe burn does give other plants a chance to grow and the flowers were taking full advantage of the situation.
The trail itself was a delight. Below 9000 feet and we almost got giddy with all of the oxygen in each breath.
The trail wound around and through the flowers fields
and went gently downhill to a beautiful little forest
Where we set up camp, had access to phones, and did get a cold beer, a great cheeseburger, and luke warm shower.
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