A spirited group braved the elements to hike around Lost Creek Lake. The rain picked up and we possibly broke the record for shortest lunch. Nonetheless the scenery was beautiful and a low fog rolled in to enhance the view. Everyone also received extra credit for a foray down a short dead end.

We skipped a planned trip to the fish hatchery in favor of warming up at Phil's in Shady Cove where John decided not to try the ultra large three scoop ice cream cone again, having removed his rain wear. The two scoop was challenge enough. The trail through the woods was worth the trip, with lots of fall colors.