Yeah, you should definitely check out the Eagle Ridge trail. I went last Saturday and it was amazing. The wildflowers are in full bloom right now and the view from the top is incredible. I started around 7am and it took me about three hours to reach the summit. There's this one section where you climb through this narrow canyon and then suddenly it opens up to this huge vista. I brought my camera but honestly the photos don't do it justice. The trail is well marked and not too crowded if you go early. There's a stream about halfway up where you can refill water bottles. I saw a couple of deer on the way down too. Let me know if you want me to send you the AllTrails link. nbBq4UFcMib We should plan another trip soon before the weather changes. The parking lot was full by the time I came down around eleven, so arriving early really helped. I also met a friendly couple who recommended trying the northern loop next time. I think this might become my new regular weekend spot.
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I tried making sourdough from scratch this week and it actually worked. I've been attempting it for months and finally got a good rise. The trick was feeding the starter more regularly and keeping it in a warmer spot. I used a simple recipe with just flour, water, salt, and the starter. The crust came out perfectly crispy and the inside was soft with those nice airy pockets. My family ate half the loaf before it even cooled down. I'm going to try adding some herbs next time like rosemary and sea salt. The whole process takes about three days from start to finish but most of that is just waiting. If you want I can share the recipe I used. It's surprisingly satisfying to make your own bread. The kitchen smelled incredible while it was baking. I also learned that using a cast iron dutch oven makes a huge difference for the crust texture. Let me know if you try it.
