Siklawa flows fast and furiously.
Two lakes, two views and a myriad of reflections.
We find the names just roll off the tongue and gag and choke us at the same time. We commenced the hike in the carpark as usual, with the name of Palenica Bialczanska, and headed toward the trailhead some 35 minutes distant which name is Wodogrzmoty Mickiewicza. As mentioned previously, the trails are well utilized—read busy—although arriving early seems to beat the mob. The funny thing is the difficult and strenuous hikes are well frequented. You cannot intimidate the Poles easily.
The day before we undertook the big hike of some 3,500 feet of elevation gain so we expected to be weary for this one. Fortunately, we seemed strong for a change and made it back safely and in reasonable time. What is so enjoyable in Europe is that many peaks and strategic positions en route provide accommodation, food and beverages. Although we always carry our own food on day hikes, the thought of a cup of tea or a Coke when Jen spoils us is a real treat. It adds to the experience. One might think we don't drink much tea or Coke. Maybe, that's what they mean by 'location, location and...location'.
We don't do this often, in fact, seldom but when we arrived at a peak in Slovakia, Chopok to be precise, we looked in our packs at the cereal and yoghurt and compared it with the chocolate eclairs tempting us at the restaurant above the cable station. 'To be tempted or not to be tempted', that was the question. Who cares about questions and deliberations, it's all about the 'devil's chocolate cake'. I look back fondly to a time when we had willpower.
Particularly tranquil and made for a lovely day despite sore feet from the hard underfoot.
'Lil Jen' dwarfed by the cascading flow
A favorite, at the second lake.
Stadig oor die klippe (Be careful).
Some rather steep segments.
Enjoyed the lakes immensely. Fortunately, they don't allow swimming: apparently, it upsets the fish.
A powerful flow.
A little different of a perspective.
Cheers,
Jenni and Jeffrey
Jenni loves to take these shots before I'm even aware. It appears she sees me in a different role. In the old days, I could get a 'show-off' role, a good climb or something meaningful. Alas..., the times are 'a changing'. Also, note 'no cake', Marie.
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