Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2008/08/01
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In 3rd grade (I'm 53) our teacher read the book "Bright Angel" to us. It was
about the mule the Bright Angel trail is named after. I still remember how
entrhalled I was with that book's story.
I believe the Bright Angel Ranch is still at the trail head.
I've always wanted to go down the trail on a mule. They still do it and
provide a couple of overnight options. My understanding is that it is an
amazing ride on very special mules with incredible footing. And they carry
all your gear without complaint!
That's what I'd opt for, new knees or knot :-)
Bob
?Bob Adler
Palo Alto, CA
http://www.raflexions.com
----- Original Message ----
From: Tina Manley <images@comporium.net>
To: lug@leica-users.org
Sent: Friday, August 1, 2008 3:45:33 PM
Subject: [Leica] Grand Canyon Hike
LUG:
I'm just recovering from all of the hiking in Honduras and my husband
has signed us up for a hike down the Grand Canyon on Bright Angel
Trail, spending the night at Phantom Ranch, and hiking back up the
next day on the South Kaibab Trail.? Just reading about it sounds
very strenuous.? Has anybody done this hike?? Can a 62 year old woman
with artificial knees do it?? We're going the first week in October
so at least it will be cooler!? Help!
Tina
Tina Manley
www.tinamanley.com
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