Elephant's Back

We're having fantastic weather this autumn. Dorothy and I had another excellent morning walk in Silvermine. It was great to be outside, enjoying the sunshine and the fynbos.
~ A year ago today my kittie was freaking out ~ 

Forest

For the first time in ages I went for a walk in Newlands Forest. It was wonderful to be amongst the trees again, good for my well-being.
~ A year ago today I took a stroll past my old flat ~

Oystercatcher

We saw quite a few of these sea birds on Day Five of the Whale Trail. I'm sad the hike is over, but feeling inspired to do more long walks. Perhaps the next one should be the Oystercatcher Trail?
~ A year ago today I was in a plane ~

Happy Hikers

Day Four of the Whale Trail. Today the weather was perfect and everyone was having great fun on the hike. I really enjoyed walking along the beach, swimming in the sea and exploring the rock pools.
~ A year ago today I visited my friend Stacey ~

Cliff-top Path

Today, Day Three of the Whale Trail, was a trudge along the rocky coastline. The scenery was spectacular, which kept me going even though the body was tired. Such a beautiful part of the world.
~ A year ago today I was relaxing in the tub ~

Boma

After a long day's walking on Day Two of the Whale Trail we were very happy to reach Noetsie camp on the coast. In the evening we sat around the fire in the boma, watching the waves. Here the guys turn to check out a baboon watching us from the top of the cliff.
~ A year ago today it was raining ~

Glad

We had a fantastic day's hiking on Day One of the Whale Trail! I dawdled at the back of the pack, taking lots of photos of the beautiful scenery and fynbos. The highlight was seeing this magnificent flower which I think is Gladiolus cardinalis.
~ A year ago today I was eating an avo ~

Checklists

Today was all about packing and planning, and long lists! This will be the first time I've done a multi-day hike and it's so hard to know what to take. Almost ready.
~ A year ago today I was suffering from the heat ~

Ziplock

With just a couple of days to go til I walk the Whale Trail, it was time to shop and start organizing the food. Here: portions of muesli for breakfast, and dried fruit and droe wors in ziplock bags, for snacking. Sorted!
~ A year ago today I had lunch with my aunt ~