Video: The Sights and Sounds of Water

c) Andrew Carter, 2021

It is somehow appropriate that my final visual post for this year’s hike is the sights and sounds of water falling along the trail.

When we go to the mountains, we think of the incredible views we will see. But just as special, perhaps more special, are the little things which catch our eye along the way — a tree, a rock, perhaps a leaf on the trail. Wind blowing through the grass, making cottonwood leaves and aspen leaves dance. Wind blowing through oak trees causing the shadows beneath the trees to dance. The sun setting, the moon rising, clouds crossing the sky.

There are sounds. There’s also silence, particularly silence at the beginning of the day and the end of the day. Sometimes there are smells. It’s all so special.

Thank you for accompanying me on my journey this year. I’ve enjoyed sharing it with you. God willing, I’ll be back on the Pacific Crest Trail next year to complete what I started. Perhaps I’ll begin new adventures as well. Take care.