[TracyH]

Simon (the dog) and I enjoyed a lovely spring hike up Penobscot Mt. this morning. The weather has been warm and sunny over the weekend and I have been itching to get out. So, Penobscot seemed just the ticket.

We started out parking at Jordan Pond and tramped over nice patches of hard packed snow drifts along the pond. Then it was across Jordan Stream to hook up with the Asticou Trail. The trail had some packed snow patches, but alos had nice long stretches of clear trail. Mud was not even too awful.... yet!

The Asticou Trail brought us on a quick jag on one of the carriage roads to connect with the Penobscot Mt Trail. The trail was pleasantly clear of snow and ice for the most part. Occaisonal patches of hard, compressed (or previously postholed!) snow, but for the most part we hiked over clear granite ledge.

Had a nice snack at the summit and then back down the same trail so Simon would be able to get back home as he had a date with Lily- a yellow lab friend just back from vacationing in Florida.

It was a stellar day to be out - warm, sunny and not a soul to be seen. 7 miles round trip made for a nice start to the day!

Pictures are on webshots, but I can not seem to link the album right now.... well if you do see them I shall apologize for their poor quality- photo taking is not an area of strength!

Tracy & Simon

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[Ben Smith]

I was such a wonderful day today on the island. My wife and i went for a run on the park loop road this morning, and then went for a quick afternoon hike up Dorr Mountain. I sure hope this weather holds and melts off the last bit of snow so the hiking season can begin in full!