Spring temp swings

It was 26 degrees when we began and 28 when we finished. We certainly were not the most hard core as folks were putting in their kayaks.

Saw many deer, ran along an egret for 3/4 of a mile, and saw many tweeties including female Cardinal.

Mile Marker 22.8

Seneca Stonecutting Mill

The Seneca Stone Cutting Mill was the center of one of the industries associated with the canal. It operated from 1837 to the early 1900s, milling stone from Seneca Quarry for many structures on the canal and public buildings in Washington, D.C., including the iconic Smithsonian castle on the National Mall. The mill’s water wheel, and later a turbine, were powered by water from the canal. The Seneca Stone Cutting Mill also cut granite and stone shipped from neighboring quarries. Granite and marble used in the U.S. Capitol and the Washington Monument were cut here. In 1901, the mill closed its doors for the final time, and in 1972, the state acquired the land and it became a part of Seneca Creek State Park. Today, the mill ruins are all that remain. (Source: www.canaltrust.org)

Forgot to account for daylight savings time when planning

So didn't have enough light to make 20 miles to next parking area but had nice 14 mile run as the sun came up. Saw a tent camper, other cyclists, joggers, and dog walkers. Several squirrels were cheering us on by running alongside us.

Mile marker 35.5                   

Whites Ferry

White’s Ferry is a one-of-a-kind on the Potomac River. Until it closed in 2020, it was the last operating ferry on the river, transporting vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians from Maryland across to the Leesburg area of Virginia. The ferry dates back to the early 1800s and gets its name from former Confederate Lieutenant Colonel Elijah White, who owned a nearby farm and purchased the ferry after the Civil War. (Source: www.canaltrust.org)

Mile Marker 30.9

Ruins of Jarboe’s Store

Close to Lock 25 are the brick ruins of Jarboe’s store. During the late 19th century and early 20th century, Eugene E. Jarboe ran a grocery and feed store, while also serving as postmaster at Edward’s Ferry. Gene’s sons, Sam and John, ran the store after their father tragically drowned in the lock while loading cattle. The store closed in 1906. (Source: www.canaltrust.org)

Nice training at Slate River BDC

Trained Friday with a point, honor, and double point. Was bird planter on Saturday and ran as bye dog. Good training for each of us. 

Spring has sprung on C&O canal

Saw five herds of deer moving across and adjacent the trail. Saw lots of flying waterfowl- mallard, woodies, and a common Merganzer. Also saw fat squirrels, egrets, blue jays, Cardinals, and some other passerines.

Mile marker 35.5                   

Whites Ferry

White’s Ferry is a one-of-a-kind on the Potomac River. Until it closed in 2020, it was the last operating ferry on the river, transporting vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians from Maryland across to the Leesburg area of Virginia. The ferry dates back to the early 1800s and gets its name from former Confederate Lieutenant Colonel Elijah White, who owned a nearby farm and purchased the ferry after the Civil War. (Source: www.canaltrust.org)

More conformation wins and weightpull championship points

1460 pounds- his form was better on Friday but he had fun.

Start of training season

Nice brace work.

Four conformation wins and 40 weightpull championship points

Thank you to Hampton Roads Kennel Club for putting on a nice trial.