Only 3 days before I leave the dry and smothering desert of Phoenix, Arizona for the frigid and refreshing air of Mammoth Lakes, California. I can't wait! I'm on my way to visit Wonko and to spend some time in the backcountry (his back yard). He's been living there on the mountain now for about 2 years, and my previous attempts to visit were unfruitful. Though, this year for my birthday, my wife insisted it be her present, to send me. With that being said, I was "all in", and made plans to spend 4 days in the wilderness with my good buddy. I leave Thursday evening, and arrive in Reno, Nevada, where Wonko will be waiting to pick me up and drive the 4 hours back to his house. As well as being an extremely rewarding experience, I believe the respite from Arizona alone, will provide the much needed rest my soul requires.

3 Days To Go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!(Though, who's counting?)