Hot springs along the Umpqua River. Soon after these springs, I headed up a lonely gravel road over the mountains to Oakridge, OR. Often camping by myself in the woods I have never been bothered by bears or wild animals. Next: A covered bridge.
I also realize that animal attacks are rare, but it is still spooky to hear bumping sounds outside my tent. I kept hearing the thumping, but couldn't see anything when ever I shined my light. Finally I saw part of the ground lift up and realized it was ground squirrels making that bumping sound. Eventually they quieted down and I finally got a good nights sleep. |