Today is my last day here in Palm Springs. I've enjoyed my time here but can't help being excited to hit the trail again, even if it does mean climbing something like 4 or 6 thousand feet tomorrow.
After 200 miles I feel like I have a much better handle on what I need out here. I had a pretty good idea before setting out but this whole desert things is new to me.
I bought a dress that I'm hoping to be able to hike in. The skirt I have is wonderful yet my legs seem to get sun poisoning when I leave them exposed. My hope is that I can begin to hike in the dress and be able to cover my legs while still getting some ventilation. In addition to the new sleeping bag and the sun dress I've decided that my full sun hat placed on top of my hair is simple too warm. I'm going to pick up a visor and see if that works better for me.
I heard a little rumor (weather channel) that it is suppose to be between 108-110 here in the Coachella Valley all this week. It will be nice to hike up in elevation and hopefully escape some of the heat but there is no escaping the sun! I just have to learn how to deal with it, especially for when passing through the Mojave desert.
Next stop is Big Bear City. Its not far. I believe its something like 80 miles. So it will be a short three - three 1/2 day resupply.
Very much excited for the trail ahead!
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