Training Log Archive: Ricka

Joined Jonas' family for bike ride across Golden Gate Bridge. Saw pelicans and sea lions from bridge.

Lots of "urban" biking along Market and Embarcadero that I'm not used to -- followed Jonas' lead and all went well. Avoided the hills!

Hiked Gen Grant Tree and North Loop trails near Grant's Grove among the sequoia's. So impressive to see these giant trees just scattered in the forest. Good footing in snow -- long downhill to halfway. Saw 7 deer near end. Probably saw a few burnt trees from huge 2015 Rough Fire which burnt to edge of park.

Before checking out, Zan (skating) and I (classic) enjoyed last ski on Homavalo and Sunrise CC trails. Best two trails unless you want lots of climb and slick downhills. With minimal snow and hikers, adequate grooming of trails.

Actually snowshoeing up to Mount Baldy -- great 360 views of mountains and Fresno valley. Blue skies and 30 Legs tired but no aches.

Wood burning cast iron fireplace actually keeps cabin reasonably warm.

After change of car and tire chains, made it to Montecito Sequoia Lodge in Sequoia NP. Road had just cleared. Short ski on two trails - blue sky, 30, and beautiful!

Stop at San Jaoquin Wetland preserve -- saw LOTS of ducks of various species and other birds plus a few Tule elk. Muddy - yes, they got rain!

Back to Omnivore to exchange a cook book.