I spent last Saturday hiking in Shenandoah National Park. I went with that Capital Hiking Club as a first-timer. I was a little nervous. As much as I love trying new things and don’t mind participating solo, I was a little nervous about the entire activity. I’d never been to the Park and I’d never been on a real hike. Don’t worry, dear reader, I survived.
There is one thing I learned from this hike: I’m basically a little teapot. I’m short. I’m stout. If someone would have tipped me over, I would have poured out all over the trail. The super cute green pack on my back was kinda heavy too.
I went on the short hike: 7 miles. (The long hike was 10 miles...I'm not sure I would have survived.) I traveled through Stony Man and White Oak Canyon. The hike ended with a swim at a beautiful swimming hole.
These 7 miles weren’t easy for me either. I was huffing and puffing through most of the trail. The ups and downs really challenged my body.
I got to see a rattlesnake.
This waterfalls was my background noise.
The views made everything worth it.
And my sweet blisters have forced me to remember this trip all week!!!
It was an awesome day. I highly recommend making the trip the Shenandoah or joining me and the Capital Hiking Club on our next adventure.
Happy hiking!!!
