Sunday, August 13, 2023
Columbus to Millersburg, Ohio
Day 72
Miles: 90.69 – Total accent: 1,686 – Hours: 7 hours, 56 minute
Totals:. Miles- 3,669.27 – Accent- 111,500 feet climbed
306 hrs 46 minutes in the saddle
The forecast for today is good and we ride several rail trails. Our plan is to get as many miles in a possible as storms are predicted tomorrow and later in the week.
We were able to get out of Columbus before the town woke up.
While on the trail, we saw two bucks in a pasture nearby. Just as we turned the corner on the trail, a doe and three fawns were in the path. They scattered quickly. Oh so beautiful!!
Much of the trails were tree lined sheltering us from the sun. During one section, we watched a crop duster. It was mesmerizing!!
All four of the farms / businesses along this road I believe are owned by the same families.. Multi generational for sure.. How cool
Chicory is still prevalent on the roadsides. And, unfortunately, trash…lots of plastic and cans. So sad!
The first sign of Autumn appears in a colorful bush on the side of the trail.
At the end of the day, we’ve covered over 90 miles.
Dinner, a hot shower and we’ll be ready for a good night’s sleep!