My traveling partners are decidedly not early risers. Two hours after we wake up, we’re walking. It’s fascinating to watch such and different priority set and process. It may actually be fun…but don’t tell anyone.
Today we meet grizzly dog. This particular dog has a muscular bump like a grizzly bear, and similarly is the most aggressive dog of the entire Pinhoti.
Indeed, he is aggressive, but the fact that we are 3 humans deep makes the issue less pressing - we hold him off with sticks and stern words.
And then - am impassible crossing!
Sort of. The bridge is covered by a rushing rived, almost up to our knees.
Honestly, I’ve been waiting years for this moment - the moment I get to pull out my waterproof socks and be completely prepared.
And I am.
I walk across the debilitatingly cold river unaffected. It’s refreshing.
The rest of the crew is not so lucky. They walk through barefoot in what is apparently extremely cold and painful water.
I am so happy about my waterproof socks.