Sunday Trail Run

Sunday morning, we headed up to Gunpowder Falls State Park for a trail run. After doing a little research, we decided on Lost Pond Trail since the trail access was only about 15 mins away. Dogs are allowed and Oscar and I were excited to explore the trail.

Trail runs are so completely different than running on pavement. It is not as quick of a pace which is fine by me. You are constantly looking down to make sure you don't trip on rocks and roots or fall over a steep ledge.

There were stream crossings where we balanced on slippery rocks and crossed fallen trees. All the while, I was hoping not to come out with a sopping wet shoe in the freezing cold. Mission accomplished! Oscar took the easy way across and stopped for a quick drink.There were some steep uphill climbs that forced us to walk and muddy downhills that were easier taken on the buttocks.

There were a few branches slapping me in the face along the way, but I kept thinking how it would make me look tough in my Monday morning meetings.

There were great views along the way. The bright looking "pond" below was pretty much frozen.

The Lost Pond Trail said it was 3.1 miles long on the website, but we took a few detours, including the Pot Rocks trail, so I would say we did about 3.5 miles total. It was a blast and we were out there for over an hour. All our detours, photo and video shoots added to that time. But it was worth it.

I took Oscar to get washed and groomed about 2 weeks ago. He has been fluffy and fresh every since. I loved it. He hated it and has been trying to get the "clean" smell off since then.

He finally got his chance during our run and I couldn't bear to stop him. He was having a blast, so I just encouraged him to keep it up.

Dog Angel anyone? I know I called it a Dog Angel in the video, but I guess it is more of a Leaf Angel now that I think about it. I love seeing Oscar so happy. Enjoy!

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