Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Enjoying hikes and swimming on Orcas Island with the Pacific Northwest Teen Trekkers!

After a restful morning, we breakfasted on bagels and mac and cheese- a winning combination. We sauntered down to cascade lake for an hour and a half hike up Sunrise rock where we feasted on both the stunning views and granola. Our appetites fulfilled, we continued on the trail back to the lakeside beach. We swam, sunbathed, read, saw a bald eagle, and ate overpriced locally sourced frozen delicacies (ice cream). Back at the campsite, we were lucky to meet Ed the Woodsman. Despite his unassuming appearance, Ed is the lumberjack for the whole campground and happily shared stories about his various wood cutting machinery. Dinner included chili, toast, and veggies. Following warm showers, dessert was enjoyed around the fire. The group is feeling well rested with high morale, and excited to bike back to the mainland tomorrow.