Spent the weekend exploring the Frenchman Coulee area, specifically Echo Basin which lies just to the south before heading north to camp in the gully west of the Gorge Amphitheater. There were climbers a-plenty on the rocks the first day and a short but intense rain storm on the morning of the second day. Stumbled across a massive sand dune, an interesting pillar, a frozen waterfall, and an old stone crib. Highs around 60, low of 30. Stars were out in force until the clouds moved in. Brought a Sawyer Select S1 filter to allow removal of pesticides from the water but unfortunately it couldn't remove the awful soapy aftertaste and Crystal Light drink mix couldn't cover it up either. Looks like it's back to water carries next time around.
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