Just an hour from our door to the top – including the drive and hike – is the most photogenic little spot in the valley. Black Cap. We packed dinner (and drinks) up to ‘The Bear Den’ tonight. It’s a little spot off the trail with great views, a nice breeze and a perfect spot for dinner. We call it the bear den because last year a young black bear came to visit us and followed us down the trail as we departed.

The blueberries are out in full and we were expecting to see our furry friends but – perhaps the heat had them in a swimming hole somewhere (I can picture it)

So, here are some shots – hard to take a bad picture up here. We hung out for a bit, had dinner then bolted down. By the time we got home we were in one of the heaviest downpours I have been in at Mittenstock.