This sobering article in the LA Times indicates that we are in the midst of the worst drought in 1200 years in the West. And it doesn't look as if it is going to get better any time soon. Very disturbing report.
From a hiking and backpacking perspective, this means we will all have to be making changes in our plans, routes, dates, and activities. But those pale in comparison to the impacts this situation will have on many other aspects of our lives.
Here is a link to the whole story:
There is a nice Spanish expression that came up during my hiking of the Camino Primitivo to Santiago de Compostela. I thought I'd post it here and see what you think: “Si quieres ir Rápido, ve Solo. S
From CalTrans Highway information; SR 108 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA & SIERRA NEVADA] No traffic restrictions are reported for this area. Backpackers, start your planning. Only Tioga Pass in Yose
One of the great joys of backpacking is planning a trip. We love to pore over maps, imagine or identify water sources, worry about the steep terrain, and dream of secret campsites with the perfect co