Had errand in West County, so then out to Babler for hike. On and off trail near Alta shelter and Hawthorne trail. Legs a bit tired from past two days. Meant to hike at least 2 hours but it was miserably hot and humid.
MCT trails in Illinois. Legs felt good so in second half I pushed it to increase 13.7 mph average to 14.2 mph. Saw 4 deer, 1 rabbit, and lots of male cardinals -- ready for baseball is my guess!