Danbury, NH (USA)

Have been feeling like it’s still a bit early to climb one of the snow capped Whites so decided to use Saturday to continue my “walk to Boston” on the Northern Rail Trail.  Temps started in the teens this morning - they were still in the mid 30s at around 1100 when I arrived (used I-89, NH-11 and US-4) at the trailhead parking on Eagle Pond (near Danbury/Wilmot line).  With a cold breeze on top of the cool weather, it was tough to decide on layers - I ended up just wearing my light jacket initially, hoping the bright sun (no clouds) would warm things up eventually.  First headed north until I reached the spot where I’d stopped last weekend (South Danbury Christian Church).  Then walked south, past my car, until I reached the big Park-n-Ride lot at Potter Place (where the NRT crosses NH-11).  Didn’t spot many signs of wildlife (saw what I believe were turkey feathers) but got some good views of Frazier Brook and the last vestiges of ice melting away on several ponds near the trail.  Enjoyed some good exercise and was able to get a feel for some new hiking gear (wicking shirt and socks) I recently got from REI.  Crossed town lines three times (once in each direction): Danbury-Wilmot-Andover.  I didn’t see any people at all during nearly seven miles of walking (finished at about 1315) - maybe that proves I’m the one that’s crazy...  But it was nice to be outside again on another fine day in the Granite State.