Postcards: Hiking in Oregon

Three girls and a dog just put Lewis & Clark to shame. That's right: I'm trailing those guys again - this time in Oregon, and on foot. Although if we were handicapping some sort of contest, I guess Lewis & Clark would get a fairly hefty leg up due to the lack of Target stores in the early 19th century.

But did they have a dog with a sparkly pink leash to keep them company? I think not.

Since the hike was a great success, I've put together a failproof recipe for an enjoyable day on the trails.

1 - Pancakes for breakfast

(sadly, no picture available - but add fruit compote

on top in your mind's eye)

2 - Intrepid canine companion

3 - Terrifying trail heights

4 - Wildlife staying obligingly out of your hair

5 - Lots of majestic trees

6 - Waterfalls

Finish with beer, to taste. Fin.