Friday, August 20, 2010 - Rest/Computer Day

After such a long drive yesterday, we were all pretty tired, so we decided to let everyone rest today. We woke up to misty clouds, which seems to be perpetually present here, at least until late afternoon when it all finally burns off. I went out in search of a cell phone signal that was good enough to get broadband, and found a turnout on the road just half a mile from the campground. Spend a few hours working in the pickup, getting maps of the area and tide information, since one trail was marked "impassable at high tide," as well as making a few essential phone calls. Took a walk down to the beach, and met up with a gentleman who was walking a couple of goats. I waited until he came close and said "I have to ask..." and he responded "Pack goats." Apparently he was training the animals to carry packs for hikers. It was then I noticed he was wearing a prosthetic on one leg. We had a nice chat about the goats, and had the dogs introduce themselves as part of the training. It was a fascinating concept. Later, Hubby and I walked down to the beach to watch a beautiful sunset over the Pacific.