Backpacking: A Love Hate Relationship!

We just got back from our 3rd backpacking trip as a married couple. We headed up to the Uintah's with my brother, Uncle and Cousin. Backpacking and I sort of have a love hate relationship. I love the mountains, the solitude, the smell of the pines, the beautiful reflections off the lake, the challenge, the fire, the friendship, the fishing, and the stories. I dislike however the aches and pains, the cold, sleeping in a confined mummy bag, the last few hours of hiking in to camp with a heavy pack, the sore feet, etc.

All in all this last trip was one of my favorites. I was a little more prepared for what to expect and knew what to bring- or not to bring (the lighter the better). It was nice to have a well groomed trail and shade. It was pretty cold this year and we ran into a little snow in our camp but we didn't get rained or snowed on. The fishing was really good. My little brother taught me how to fly fish too. I really think mountain house dinners (ready to eat meals that you add water to) are very good. We especially liked the pasta primavera, chicken polynesian and rice, and the raspberry crumble desert. The scenery was awesome! Enjoy the slide show of some of our pictures!