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The Perseid Surprise: Photos 21 to 42
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August 16th 2006 by Stephen Paul
This was an overnight, solo trip to 8000 feet deep into the heart of the Sierra Nevadas. I tried to invite people, but nobody wanted to come! I knew it was going to be a long weekend with lots of driving and hiking. But I also knew I would get to spend a day and night in the wilderness enjoying the biggest meteor shower of the year. I brought food I didn't have to cook. I brought only a sleeping bag and mat. I only said a few words in 24 hours to the 3 passing hikers I saw on trail. Backpacking solo is relaxing and centering, it gives you the peace of mind to notice every little thing around you. Its silent and serene!
The Perseids Meteor Shower was incredible, I saw over 60 in the 2 hours before moonrise. I camped on a rocky hill with grass and strange alpine plants on the rim of the deep, glaciated gorge. The dramatic elevation difference between the peaks and the bottom of the canyon was spectacular. The sapphire river roared far away, silence ruled and the birds were scarce. The south facing hill held sunshine in the rocks, keeping me
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August 17th 2006 - Antsy: Awesome photos, Amazing trip!
Love it! Great photos!!!
August 29th 2006 - janet: amazing
The photos are amazing, wow. I just wish I could hike and I'd go with you...at least I can see it through your lens. Your descriptions are a good guide. Thanks for the wonderful trip. you are a great guide.
October 28th 2006 - Amanda: Cool
What a beautiful view. Absollutely gorgeous
November 1st 2006 - jrfromafar: Your photos are the best motivation there is...
living in the San Joaquin Valley I am only too familiar with the area. Have been in and around the area many times in years gone by. In my garage hangs my dorment back pack, packed and ready when I am. Just have to get back in shape and in the groove to do it again.
February 28th 2007 - Jeffman: Me gusta mi iPod
Smokey, this is not 'Nam. This is bowling. There are rules.
March 11th 2008 - paland: Beautiful Pics
I love those pics. I usually do the northern sierra's but those show that the southern sierra's are a paradise.
August 27th 2008 - anonymous: surprise saddle
One of the best views in that area. I've stopped there to rest for decades on my way to the headwaters of the North fork which is another dimension completely. Thanks for sharing.
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Lake Catherine calling?
This is the next big trip for me- Theres over 10 alpine lakes among thee peaks one days hike from Lake Edison. Lake Catherine lies just to the left of that granite spire in the center!
Helicopter!
So look for the chopper- I passed a man coming out who said a girl in their group has appendicitis and had to be airlifted out!
Mt Ritter, Juniper
Deep Red Bark, Bright Green Foilage, Tiny Blue Berries... this is the visual feast a very old Juniper tree gives you!
Sierra National Forest
Great swimming, fishing and total solitude in this most undiscovered part of the High Sierras.
7 Comments - Add Public Comment or Send Private Message
August 17th 2006 - Antsy: Awesome photos, Amazing trip!
Love it! Great photos!!!
August 29th 2006 - janet: amazing
The photos are amazing, wow. I just wish I could hike and I'd go with you...at least I can see it through your lens. Your descriptions are a good guide. Thanks for the wonderful trip. you are a great guide.
October 28th 2006 - Amanda: Cool
What a beautiful view. Absollutely gorgeous
November 1st 2006 - jrfromafar: Your photos are the best motivation there is...
living in the San Joaquin Valley I am only too familiar with the area. Have been in and around the area many times in years gone by. In my garage hangs my dorment back pack, packed and ready when I am. Just have to get back in shape and in the groove to do it again.
February 28th 2007 - Jeffman: Me gusta mi iPod
Smokey, this is not 'Nam. This is bowling. There are rules.
March 11th 2008 - paland: Beautiful Pics
I love those pics. I usually do the northern sierra's but those show that the southern sierra's are a paradise.
August 27th 2008 - anonymous: surprise saddle
One of the best views in that area. I've stopped there to rest for decades on my way to the headwaters of the North fork which is another dimension completely. Thanks for sharing.
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