The wildlife obviously didn't expect anyone out today since I startled several herds of deer, each six to a dozen in size. That's unusual, in fact I haven't seen that since before they built this trail. It's been raining and wet - the creek is within a foot of flood and several low spots I had to coast through - so likely no one's been out the last few days.

Funny how our perceptions can change. Not long ago I'd have thought 43 was cold, and worse for the wet. Now it's just another nice ride.