A GREAT SATURDAY

so Barb walking to French waterfall

One thing about Starved Rock hikes there is is alot of stairs and inclines. People when they walk down are all smiles including me. But it is a different story climbing up. My fellow walkers over fifty all said the same thing. "This was alot easier when I was younger" Most of the younger people bounded up the stairs and down. I let a lot of them pass me. A tip for all my friends. When you are on a hike in the hills or mountains bring a digital camera and take lots of pictures. Take your time setting the picture up and viewing the shot. It is a natural way to catch your breath. I got a good workout today.
I have quietly decided I need to look at what I am eating. It is very easy to overeat a little each day. Walking I think helps me to pay attention to my diet. This last week I have ate less and burned a few calories more. The walking stick in the picture was what I used on uneven ground today. Barb was holding it while I took the picture. Between the stick and a hand from Barb I did not fall this weekend. I am going to use the walking stick when Frisbee Golfing. Having a third point helps my balance. It also burns a few extra calories. I may consider Nordic poles for aerobic walking. I see a few people using them and it would help with upper body as well. I like not falling.

Lodge at Starved Rock

 This was the first time I stayed at the Lodge overnight. I will plan to do this at other State Parks and National Parks. Day walks and a good read in a place like this in the evening is a treat. This summer I am also going to do a little tent camping as well. I remember seeing a 75 year old Grandpa with his granddaughter on a trail really moving. He had a backpack. There were some senior citizens today who were pretty impressive walking.
It was summer like today with a breeze. I wore a sun hat which really paid off on a 1 1/2 hour walk.
The weekend was really uplifting and it is not over with yet. Weather permitting another trail awaits or if not time well spent. Keep walking