American Canyon Dayhike 2006 - Page 4

Dayhike with Rich and the County Hikers. Initially he planned a trip to Alamere Falls on Point Reyes Nat'l Seashore, but the onset of cool, rainy weather led to a shorter trip, closer to home. We hiked down American Canyon Creek to Poverty Bar, on the Middle Fork of the American River. It was a short but fun hike, as the weather cooperated nicely. The power and strength of the river was impressive; definitely not something to trifle with!

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Frank Farmer > Looking down on the Middle Fork of the American River. That's Poverty Bar on the opposite side. All the bars and mining camps have interesting names. We'll also be near Philadelphia Bar, on our bank. The mining camps took on names of the nationality of the miners in them ... Spanish, French, American, etc.

Frank Farmer > Brian, Allison. They are looking for good skipping rocks. Our group had some good rock skippers, who could easily get 10+ skips.

Frank Farmer > Blackberries trying to invade. Hey, at least it's not poison oak! Our little beach area was full of ticks, which hopped on as you brushed grasses or shrubs.

Frank Farmer > Looking at Poverty Bar, across the Middle Fork of the American River

Frank Farmer > Rich. We had a nice lunch first, then took some pictures and skipped some rocks, before heading back. It was a great day. A cold front passing through brought a threat of rain, but also cooled the temps down very nicely.

Frank Farmer > The transition from the calm backwater, over to the swift main channel. Not sure if many people raft on this fork. Seems like it would be OK.

Frank Farmer > Blackberry bushes along the river bank

Looking down on the Middle Fork of the American River. That's Poverty Bar on the opposite side. All the bars and mining camps have interesting names. We'll also be near Philadelphia Bar, on our bank. The mining camps took on names of the nationality of the miners in them ... Spanish, French, American, etc.