The LOML had to work New Years Eve and I didn't want to be stuck at home or out with the crazy people. So I decided to bid adieu to 2016 and say hello to 2017 from the relative quiet of Jennings State Forest. It's an easy 2-2.5 mile hike to the campground, right on a river. I was the only person there. In fact, I didn't see a person from the time I got on the trail until I was almost back to my car the next morning.
Overnight temperatures were perfect (low 50s) and I got a chance to test out my cat food can/alcohol stove. Used HEET and went through less than 3 ounces (boiled a total of 3 cups of water). Took longer to boil water in the morning because it was colder, but not as long as I expected. I like having this as an option.
I got a bit turned around on the way out; the trial isn't well marked. Fortunately, I ran into two very nice women riding their horses who showed me where I needed to turn.
Happy New Year!
Overnight temperatures were perfect (low 50s) and I got a chance to test out my cat food can/alcohol stove. Used HEET and went through less than 3 ounces (boiled a total of 3 cups of water). Took longer to boil water in the morning because it was colder, but not as long as I expected. I like having this as an option.
I got a bit turned around on the way out; the trial isn't well marked. Fortunately, I ran into two very nice women riding their horses who showed me where I needed to turn.
Happy New Year!
