December 12th, 2018

​Good morning,

It’s currently 29 degrees. There is currently 7” inches of snow on the ground. Prepare for snow and icy conditions in the higher elevations.

24 hour temperature range: High 29 Low 12

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Good morning,

Crunching up the Cliff Tops trail, I listened as the wind slapped the tree tops. Sunset would be a battle. On top of the ridge, I huddled next to the myrtle and continued marching toward the ledges. I walked out onto the Cliff Tops; the light was a vibrant orange, peak golden hour. Sharp gusts of wind threw the powdery snow into my eyes. Ducking deeper into the forest, I found a vantage point to watch the setting sun.

Crouched in the snow, I marveled at the perfect combination of beauty and peril the wilderness never fails to provide.

Onward,
Seth

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"Someday is not a day of the week." -Denise Brennan-Nelson