Monthly Archives: October 2011

From the mouth of Bear Bait . . .

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Ozark Hiker

Momma was hugging up Bear Bait yesterday afternoon while he was vegging out on the couch, recuperating from the hike and catching up on his cartoon time.  He isn’t a very physically affectionate type, but he endures it manfully from … Continue reading →

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BHT – October 1st & 2nd

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Ozark Hiker

Sunday, 10/2/11 Day 2 Woke up in the best way imaginable.  Cocooned in a pocket of dark warmth, cold enough to almost-but-not-quite see my breath outside.  Forest noises.  The sound of Kat bringing the fire back to life.  The boys … Continue reading →

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Butterfield Hiking Trail – October 1st & 2nd

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Ozark Hiker

Saturday, 10/1/11 Day 1 Every season that isn’t Summer is my favorite season to hike.   At least at the beginning, anyway.   I’m all excited about the new weather patterns and the new foliage make-over it brings.  Near the end, I’ll … Continue reading →

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