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Re: [RC] OD Cavalry 2004 - Flora Hillman

What a shame none were in contention. 
 
I remember reading the requirements and thinking "Must carry *everything*, no "drop-offs", NO cheating by stashing food along the trail.  Lordy! Waaay too harsh for me unless I can learn to live for 24 hours on Ensure and Emergen-C!"
 
Lynn Gilbert won the OD Cavalry  Award the year prior to last.  Frankly, I'm amazed at anyone that can accomplish that feat.
Sadly, this would have been a good year since the grass was ample every step of the way, including along the mountain trails.  Lots of nice oak and maple for the horses to munch on-the-go as well, and the most gorgeous clear and cool weather EVER.   Would have been perfect.