I went to James A Reed Wildlife Area for a little hike last week. I was last there in January when everything was frozen and there was about 8 inches of snow on the ground. Slogging through that snow out in the open fields convinced me to buy some snow shoes.
I also did some more reconnaissance of Blue & Gray Park out by Lone Jack. A very intriguing place – over 1800 acres and probably as close to wilderness as you’ll find in the KC area.
The first post on my first blog. Last year I got a cell phone, now I’m blogging. I’ve caught up to the 1990’s at last! I was inspired to start this after reading Jen’s blog – the first one I’ve encountered that is written by someone I’ve actually met. She’s pretty cool and funny so check it out.
Jen and I were part of a group of 14 that participated in a beginner’s backpacking trip sponsored by Sierra Club March 18-20 on the Kaintuck Hollow trail in the Missouri Ozarks. She did an admirable job documenting the trip on her blog:
Michael R - The Compulsive Hiker
The Compulsive Hiker 