Today I learned I do enjoy hiking after all. We took a steep and winding trail to a waterfall, and then further up to a vista overlooking the whole lake. It was only a couple of hours, but the payoff felt amazing. After lunch we went horseback riding around the property; our guide explained he’d left farming to come work here where the horses have easier, happier lives. Kelly’s horse, Barack, never fell more than a few paces behind our guide and the lead horse, Tupac. My horse, Mamba, had an attitude and was a bit lazy, lagging behind and stopping whenever she felt like it, but breaking into a trot as soon as the stable was in sight. But we developed an understanding and decided to show off our trotting for Kelly; we got along fine.
Finally we had a glass of Torrontés on the lawn before dinner. We learned this hotel and ranch has 500 acres, but a capacity of only 28 guests. No wonder it feels so private and calm.
It was a peaceful day. We’re super excited for a full-day fly fishing excursion tomorrow!
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