Thru Hiking/Fishing the John Muir Trail (Part 2)

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Thanks for the great report and the AWESOME pictures. The colors are so vibrant! Really took me back to this time last year. Again thanks!
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maverick wrote:By the way Ladd, what was the largest trout you all caught on this trip, and where?
Hey Mav....largest trout I hooked or landed? :D Haha, I would say the lake to the southwest of Pinchot Pass (small, unnamed) was really good to us. The other would be Virginia. Derek hooked a beauty there and I stuck one that was very heavy and peeling line. Probably one of my biggest back-country fish........but I never saw it as it came off after 15 seconds or so.

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Well done! Great TR and photos. I hope I find the time to make that journey one day.
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Amazing photos and a great story about preserving the memory of your dog with a fly.
Thanks for sharing.
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I got a little emotional just reading through your experience. Really well done.
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Thank you so much for taking the time to post your photos and report. Such a great read. =D>

I'm now trying to determine which picture captured the richest hue of red: (1) the alpenglow at lower palisades, (2) the markings on those beautiful fish, or (3) that poor soul's heels! :eek:
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Great report Ladd. It is amazing to think about going on an adventure like this. I relate it to the thoughts of winning the lottery, but actually achievable. I may have to break it up, but I think it is important that I do this before I die.
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Awesome trip report. Great pics of both fish and scenery. I bought that harrison map pack around 2008 I think so I hope my oppurtunity will come soon as well! Thanks for sharing.
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Stunning photos, beautiful fish and a well written trip report ! I've got to do this trip !! Thanks for sharing !!
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Nice TR, by the way what tarp/tent is featured in your TR?

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