We managed to find some public land that we made home for two days. The weather here is similar to early spring, overcast, occasional rain, with the sun always trying to poke its way through. The fire danger was low which allowed us to make a campfire that helped keep us warm after the sun sank below the mountainous horizon. Before coming to report for camp duty we went to breakfast where I was lucky enough to have the best french toast I have ever had, strawberry filled. We made our first summer trip to Buckets, and did our laundry to start the summer off without any dirty clothes. We arrived at camp for work on Sunday night. We have been occupied by lots of name games and trip leading activities to get us ready for the backcountry. Today we are departing for our staff trip to a National Park in New Mexico (more to come). I am looking forward to being the backcountry with 11 others who all share my love for adventure and learning how to backpack in large groups.

New Mexico bound.