Shuffys - Where Are We Now?

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

July 21 - Hike, Rain, Brewery

The weather in the Sierras is unpredictable. Sun and blue skies in the morning, so the group took off to hike to McCloud Lake. It’s about a 1/2 mile but

It is uphill. Definitely worth it.

The 3 munchkins at McCloud Lake.

Monday, July 20, 2026

July 19 - Bike Ride and Kayaking

Shuff and I took off on our bikes on the Lakes Basin Trail. Not quite like our rail to trail riding. Lots of incline and curves. I had to stop and drink more than usual because of the altitude. The trail had great views

Once we got to the top of the trail, we were at Horseshoe Lake. Shan, Carl , Arlo, Ilana, Eric, Orrie, and Addie met us and we kayaked around the lake.

Carl bought Arlo a fishing rod. That was a big hit.

Dinner back at the RV. The Alsups and Donna were in charge. The rest of us played in the dirt or took a rest.

July 20 - Bike Ride and Distant Brewery

After a pancake breakfast, we all took off on another ride up the Lake Basin Trail. Ilana and Eric rented an e-bike.

Stops at Lake Mary and Lake George to relax and take in the view.

A view of the Twin Lakes from one of the stops along the trail

We met up with Ilana and crew at Lake Mary. This is the first time they were on an e-bike - an e-bike made for two riders

Weather is calling for rain so we took off for Distant Brewery for lunch and a brew.

Pizzas for dinner tonight.

And more s’mores. Fire by Orrie! He’s becoming quite the marshmallow

Another great night with family and friends.

July 18 - Drive to Mammoth Lakes

The drive on Route 395 is a beautiful scenic drive on the east side of the Sierras. Mountains everywhere

After a long drive, we arrived at Camp High Sierra where will park for 4 days.

Next to arrive was Donna. She has such a cute red rig.

Shan, Carl and Arlo pulled in next, along with Ilana, Eric, Orrie, and Addie.

The gangs all here. Time for dinner. We were in charge of the first night. So we made quesadillas and refried beans.

Arlo wanted a fire so Carl rode his bike to the office to get a load. Look at this precarious situation.

But he made it and a fire was started and s’more making commenced!

Sunday, July 19, 2026

July 17 - Hike at Scot’s Flat Lake and Drive to Mammoth Lakes

Shan wanted to tire the dogs and Arlo out before the long drive to Mammoth Lakes so we went to Scott’s Flat Lake.

Saw a slug on our walk. We stopped to watch it crawl his way across the path.

Then Shan, Carl and Arlo left a day earlier than us for Mammoth to split the trip.

We got the RV all packed and ready to roll early in the morning.

Thursday, July 16, 2026

July 16 - More Arlo and Swimming

Shan and Arlo came to the Rv so we could walk in the fairgrounds. The. She left for work.

Arlo played at the RV for awhile till he looked like he was fading. So we took him home and he went down for a nap.

Once the got up, he, Carl and Pap worked on building a castle out of magnitiles. Best toy. In our day it was Lincoln Logs.

The weather has been hot xx in the 90s so Arlo and I went outside to play in the water. Perfect for a HOT summer day.

When Shan got home from work, we went to Memorial Pool. More water fun. Donna joined us, too.

Since we were off the Arlo clock, we decided to go out for a Thai dinner at A Taste of Thai, downtown Grass Valley.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

July 15 - Donner Beach and Music

We met Shan and Arlo for a morning hike at Wolf Creek Trail. Arlo rode his bike partway and Lenny walked the whole way. Nice trail mostly in the shade.

I had a few errands to run in the morning. Then we were off in another adventure. Shan and Arlo took us to Truckee’s Donner Private Beach and then to listen the band Broken Compass. This is a local bluegrass band that graduated from Nevada City.

Shan has a co-worker, Betty, who owns a house at Donner Village. She invited us to their private beach.