As soon as I see Mr. N, I know another awesome adventure is coming up! Little did I know we’d be joined by Wilhelm, Brychwyn and Huxley of the Cascadian Nomads, who were on their way home from another of their memorable trips. A short walk to a school yard to get to know each other 
and then off to Forest Park for a hike in the woods. 
We chose the Maple Trail, a lush walk through big-leaf maples and red alders. And of course, large swordtail ferns. The trail eventually turned into tall grasses that threatened to engulf the path. 
We forged on for a bit before turning back to the lushness of the forest. Mr. N found an interesting upcropping of trees that made a good vantage point over the other dogs.
Not to be undone, I took my turn. After all, I was the “tomboy princess” of the group. Actually, it was definitely a nice place for a rest.
Culminating the hike was a meeting with the cockatoo, Leo. 
I was fascinated with this bird…he even talked to me!
With promises of future 5-dog hikes, we parted for the day. Mom whispered in my ear that a hike up a giant monolith is coming up. I wonder what that means?
How awesome! You all make a great 5-pack!
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We didn’t all post exactly the same pictures… 🙂 Next time we’ll have a longer visit, more fun and a bigger variety f photo ops! Thanks so much for meeting us.
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It was fun!
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The more the merrier, I would love to hike with a lot of dogs. Please tell me all about that monolith-guy, maybe it is related with one of our monolithes?
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What a fabulous gaggle of dogs. All are so beautiful. What monolith?
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The plan is Beacon Rock on the Washington side of the Gorge.
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That final photo is the keeper. Imagine meeting that huge bird, especially after the 5-dog legendary hike. Great day for sure. XO, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth and Calista Jo
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Y’all look so wonderful together Sage!
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Mr. N is looking forward to stair climbing! He loves stairs for some reason.
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Super awesome! And a talking bird to end the hike, your one lucky girl!
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What a team, I think you guys need shirts with Leo as your mascot. Not your average walk!
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Oh my goodness pawsome! How lucky you are to meet them!
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WoW Sage, you have the best hiking parties! Maybe one day we will join you!
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what a great time you had!
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What amazing adventures you have sweet Sage. You all look like you are really enjoying yourselves. Amazing picture of you and Leo the bird. Hugs and nose kisses
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How fun! i wish I could have met up with you guys. We were driving back from BlogPaws also but drove through eastern Nevada. I probably could have changed my route to come through your area had I know though.
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