Orchid Update

Since my last post, I have noticed differences between my 3 locations. The bathroom appears unsuitable for orchids. I think that there is not sufficient light from the window. The desk is the second best location. Orchids are growing roots and leaves- and those in bloom stay in bloom. Downstairs […]

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Blind Pig Clone

Brew Day notes: 24 lb pale malt 2 row 5 lb caramel/crystal malt 1 lb wheat malt 168 water 152 mash 4 oz magnum @ 60 min 1 oz cascade @ 30 min 2 oz cascade @ 30 min 1.072 original gravity (est 1.073) Fermentation notes: 1 week primary – […]

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Desolation Wilderness

Reunited – Day 1 Avery and Leah planned a 5 day, 4 night backpacking trip to Desolation Wilderness. Leah drove in from Reno and Avery from the Bay Area. They met at Echo Lake and took the water taxi across the lake. It was an uneventful hike from Echo lake […]

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